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> If they don't have the licence to show something in a particular place

There's no licensing problems for self produced shows, except maybe the soundtrack - but then again, Netflix isn't stupid and has negotiated for worldwide licensing. At least I hope so, because failing to secure these rights would be... epic failure.

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I don't think they have enough self produced shows to make it worthwhile pumping just that content all over the world. People pay because they want the whole lot. Probably easier for Netflix to cut them off, rather than try and sell them a lesser product.

As an aside, I think 'Netflix Original' is a bit of a misleading title. Most of the Netflix Original shows (at least on the UK version) weren't actually Netflix 'originals'.

House of cards exclusive rights are not owned by Netflix in many regions. Look it up. "Netflix Original" is a misnomer.

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