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Netflix , DreamWorks Animation Launch Original Series For Kids

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Netflix and DreamWorks Animation will create the first ever Netflix Original Series for kids. Based on the DreamWorks Animation movie Turbo, premiering in theaters this summer, the Netflix series Turbo: F.A.S.T. (Fast Action Stunt Team) debuts exclusively this December in the United States and across the globe in the 40 countries where Netflix offers its service.

In addition to the original TV series Turbo: F.A.S.T., new DreamWorks Animation feature titles will be made available for Netflix members in the U.S. to watch beginning with the studio’s 2013 film line-up.

In 2012, Netflix members streamed more than 2 billion hours of kids content.

[Image courtesy: DreamWorks Animation]

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