The Irishman will open theatrically on November 1 and hit Netflix November 27. 1 / 7
It will play in a handful of select markets on the big screen. 2 / 7
Netflix's talks with major chains like AMC and Cineplex stalled earlier this year. 3 / 7
So The Irishman will probably play in just 250 theaters nationwide. 4 / 7
This ensures the film will qualify for the 2020 Oscars. 5 / 7
Though Scorsese had been pushing for a more traditional wide release. 6 / 7
The Irishman is the latest illustration of changing times in the film industry. 7 / 7