The End of Superheroes is Fast Approaching. Finally.
In the new digital world, we all can be heroes for more than one day.
“Disney will soon overtake and, ultimately, squash Netflix. So, I’m going to switch to Disney shares. And I would recommend you all do the same.”
My co-panelist at a business and innovation conference in Singapore four years ago said this, and I still remember my response.
“If I were you, I wouldn’t do that.”
But my co-panelist was insistent. “Netflix can’t survive the loss of the superheroes,” he said smugly. “Do you want to make a bet?”
“Sure,” I responded.
I am back in Singapore this week, gazing out my hotel window overlooking the picturesque Marina Bay.
As I enjoy the scenic view, I can’t help but wonder if the person who confidently predicted the demise of Netflix will also be attending tomorrow’s conference. His name escapes me, although I am sure I would recognize him if I saw him again.
I wonder if he remembers our bet.
I want to ask him what happened to all his superheroes after they left Netflix.
