The Obamas are heading to Netflix like everybody else

We don't know much, and in a very real sense, we don't need to!
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Proma Khosla
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The Obamas are heading to Netflix like everybody else
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The Obamas will once again be an integral part of every American's life: they've just signed a deal with Netflix. The media company confirmed a multi-year production agreement with Barack and Michelle Obama and the possibilities are endless.

The deal, rumored since March, means the Obamas will be able to pitch and produce all kinds of original content for Netflix, but that won't stop us from pitching our own!

Do a sitcom

A family comedy, based loosely on the Obamas! My Wife and Kids set in the White House! Literally anything, I will watch anything you make.

A talk show

The Obamas are a delight on any talk show, including Barack's recent turn on Netflix's own My Next Guest Needs No Introduction with David Letterman. Wouldn't the former President like to be the one asking questions or pitching silly games for once? Give him his chance!

Join the current slate

Commentary or something

I would watch six seasons and a movie of Barack and Michelle Obama filming their own viewing/reactions to existing shows. Michelle cheering on the women of GLOW! Barack trying to figure out The O.A.!

Documentaries we promise to watch

Netflix is home to plenty of smart, stirring documentaries, and the New York Times reported earlier that the Obamas want to "highlight inspirational stories." Inspire me!

Foster new talent

There's nothing more inspiring than encouraging the next generation; we could see the Obamas leading a program, course, or initiative – some kind of opportunity for young writers, actors, and filmmakers to grow and find a home for their work on Netflix. Whatever they choose – the future looks pretty bright.

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Proma Khosla

Proma Khosla is a Senior Entertainment Reporter writing about all things TV, from ranking Bridgerton crushes to composer interviews and leading Mashable's stateside coverage of Bollywood and South Asian representation. You might also catch her hosting video explainers or on Mashable's TikTok and Reels, or tweeting silly thoughts from @promawhatup.

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