Peter Rice joins Netflix as chief content officer replacing Bela Bajaria
Netflix hired Peter Rice to serve as its new chief content officer in a move that replaces ousted executive Bela Bajaria.
Rice brings decades of studio experience
The former president of 21st Century Fox and chairman of Walt Disney Television has worked in Hollywood C-suites for 15 years. His career includes serving as president of Fox Searchlight from 2000 to 2009 where he oversaw titles like Slumdog Millionaire and Juno.
New role covers movies and television
In his new position, Rice will oversee both films and television content for the streaming service. This scope fits a professional who has worked on small-screen projects since becoming CEO of the Fox Networks Group in 2012.
Hiring follows dramatic leadership shake-up
The appointment comes after Bela Bajaria was ousted in a recent dramatic shake-up at the company. Rice steps into the role previously held by Bajaria to lead the content division.
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