Stolen Cinema: Film Producer Sues Netflix for $105 Million

A producer is suing Netflix for $105 million after claiming a copy of his unreleased movie 'Fortitude' was stolen from Netflix's studios. The film is believed to be devalued due to potential piracy. Netflix denies liability, stating the film was delivered without standard security measures.

A film producer is seeking $105 million in damages from Netflix following the alleged theft of a copy of his unreleased Nicolas Cage movie, 'Fortitude,' from the streaming service's Hollywood studios.

According to a lawsuit filed in California, producer Simon Afram delivered an unencrypted master copy of the World War II drama to Netflix in June. Just nine days later, they were notified by Netflix that several drives, including the one containing 'Fortitude,' were stolen from their desks.

The theft has allegedly destroyed the film's value, as distributors may avoid purchasing a film at risk of online piracy. Netflix disputes the claims, asserting the film lacked standard safeguards and has pledged to support the filmmaker by investigating the theft and monitoring piracy sites.