Netflix is quietly testing free trials again — 6 years after killing them off
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Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — 6 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here's what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP Millionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks. Here's where their money is actually going Netflix has begun testing free trials for the first time in six years, with reports of (3) seven-, 14- and 30-day runs in different regions. Netflix has not announced where it is testing the trials, but Brazil may be the first test market (3). The company has acknowledged the return of free trials in its Help Center, writing (4) "Netflix is running a limited free trial offer for eligible new members in certain countries." Investors are also increasingly interested in data related to viewer engagement, particularly as several highly anticipated shows, such as The Boroughs and The Four Seasons were cancelled after only one or two seasons. The return of free trials in some regions also comes as Netflix is looking to expand its footprint. Last year, it came excruciatingly close to acquiring (6) Warner Bros. Discovery, only to be outbid (7) by Paramount Skydance after it had agreed to pay $27.75 per share for the film studio and streaming divisions, putting the deal proposal price at $82.7 billion. (Several experts had tagged Netflix's offer as facing an uphill battle in Washington with regulators — and possibly other parts of the world.) There were reports the company had expressed interest in purchasing Roku (8), but never submitted a bid. Fox ultimately bought the company. And there have been whispers in Hollywood about Netflix's interest in Lionsgate, something the company has denied (9). In the 2026 NFL season, it will exclusively stream five regular-season games, including the league's inaugural Thanksgiving Eve game and a Christmas Day doubleheader. And the streaming is reportedly exploring a joint bid for the U.S. rights to the World Cup in 2030 and 2034 with Disney and YouTube. That deal, if it works out, could total $2 billion (10). 'Gold still crashing!': Robert Kiyosaki admits he was wrong — but doubles down on his $35K prediction The tax breaks in Trump's 'big beautiful bill' expire after 2028 — and experts say most people won't act in time. What to do before the window closes Here's the average income of Americans by age in 2026. Are you keeping up or falling behind? When he dies, Warren Buffett said 90% of his wife's inheritance will go into a single investment. Here's why (and how you can do it too) We rely only on vetted sources and credible third-party reporting. For details, see our ethics and guidelines . Nypost ( 1 ); Collider ( 2 ); Broadbandtvnews ( 3 ); Help Netflix ( 4 ); Variety ( 5 ); About Netflix ( 6 ); Finance Yahoo ( 7 ), ( 8 ); Fool ( 9 ); Cnbc ( 10 ) This article originally appeared on Moneywise.com under the title: Netflix is quietly testing free trials again — 6 years after killing them off This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
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