Screen Rant

  • Netflix is struggling to figure out The Irishman's theatrical release plan. 1 / 7

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  • The Martin Scorsese film is one of their big Oscar players this year. 2 / 7

  • Theater chains want the film in theaters for 3 months before streaming, which Netflix won't agree to. 3 / 7

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  • The sides are currently at an impasse and it's unknown how the situation will be resolved. 4 / 7

  • The Irishman will play in theaters, it's just a matter of how many and where. 5 / 7

  • If there's no agreement with the chains, Netflix could release it for a limited time in smaller theaters. 6 / 7

  • Movies need to play in LA for just one week to qualify for the Oscars. 7 / 7