Takeaways:
- Netflix is committing €1 billion to Spain’s entertainment industry over the next four years.
- The investment supports local talent, productions, and job creation.
- Over 1,000 Spanish titles have already been produced by Netflix.
- More opportunities for actors, filmmakers, and crew in Spain are expected as Netflix scales operations.
Netflix Doubles Down on Spain With €1 Billion Investment Plan
In a major win for Europe’s entertainment industry, Netflix has announced a €1 billion investment in Spain’s audiovisual sector over the next four years. The announcement was made by Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos during a visit to the company’s European production hub in Tres Cantos, Madrid.
Joined by Spain’s President Pedro Sánchez and Minister for Digital Transformation Oscar López, Sarandos emphasized Netflix’s ongoing commitment to Spain as a premier location for international content creation.
Why Spain? A Rising Powerhouse for Streaming Content
Netflix’s decision isn’t just symbolic — Spain has become one of Netflix’s most prolific production bases since 2017. The country’s mix of talented creatives, diverse locations, and production-friendly infrastructure has allowed the streamer to produce:
- Over 1,000 Spanish-language titles
- Audience hits like Money Heist, Cable Girls, and Elite
- Critically acclaimed projects like Society of the Snow by J.A. Bayona
- Upcoming thrillers like Billionaires Bunker from Money Heist creators Álex Pina and Esther Martínez Lobato
In 2024 alone, Spanish content generated over 5 billion hours of global viewership on Netflix — proving that local storytelling has worldwide appeal.
What This Means for Actors, Filmmakers, and Crew
The expanded investment will fuel new casting opportunities, create thousands of jobs, and increase demand for behind-the-scenes roles. Netflix reports that it has already supported over 20,000 jobs in Spain’s film and TV industry.
With productions spanning more than 200 Spanish towns and cities, this funding will open doors for regional talent across the country — not just Madrid and Barcelona.
Whether you’re a:
- Background actor looking for international exposure
- DP or sound mixer hoping to land a global project
- Casting director seeking volume work from a major streamer
…this move signals a golden era for professionals based in or willing to work in Spain.
Regulatory Context: A Strategic Response to EU Demands
Netflix’s €1B pledge also aligns with growing regulatory pressure in Europe. Countries like Spain are mandating that international streaming platforms reinvest locally — requiring platforms to allocate at least 5% of their national turnover to fund European content.
By publicly reinforcing its commitment, Netflix is positioning itself not only as a content powerhouse, but also as a responsible player in European cultural and economic development.
“After ten fantastic years, we want to further our long-term commitment to Spain,” said Sarandos.
Netflix’s European Growth Strategy
Tres Cantos, home to Netflix’s largest filming complex in the European Union, features 10 fully-equipped soundstages and is already at the heart of its EU production operations. While Netflix also leases Shepperton Studios in the UK, Tres Cantos will remain a focal point for original content intended for both European and global audiences.
This is a continuation of Netflix’s broader global production strategy — investing in regional storytelling to compete with local networks and satisfy international demand for diverse, high-quality content.
What’s Next? Casting Opportunities on the Rise
As Netflix scales up production in Spain, expect to see a surge in casting calls for Spanish-speaking actors, multilingual performers, and experienced crew. From lead roles in international thrillers to background gigs in binge-worthy dramas, these productions will need a wide range of talent.
Project Casting will continue to share up-to-date casting calls, so keep your headshots, reels, and resumes ready — whether you’re based in Spain or open to working there.
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Visit ProjectCasting.com and explore upcoming casting calls for Spanish and international productions today.
