'Netflix Is a Joke' Billboards in New York and L.A. Are, of Course, Ads for Netflix

OOH work comes as platform invests in more comedy

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In one of the least surprising reveals ever, the advertiser behind billboards proclaiming “Netflix Is a Joke” in New York and Los Angeles is said to be Netflix itself.

Entertainment trades The Hollywood Reporter and Variety both report the inside job, which comes as Netflix has been investing more in comedy—including specials from the likes of Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle.

THR says the billboards will be followed in short order by videos featuring those stars, and others.

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