Druski signs multiyear deal to create exclusive content for Netflix

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Netflix has announced a multiyear agreement with YouTuber, comedian, and influencer Druski, under which he will produce original content exclusively for the streaming service. The deal continues Netflix's push to bring online creators onto its platform, following earlier partnerships with figures such as Mark Rober, Ms. Rachel, and Good Mythical Morning. Druski's first Netflix project is Collect & Praise, a semi-scripted comedy in which he plays a megachurch pastor, scheduled to premiere December 1. The series will be the first of several original projects planned by Druski and his production company, 4LIFERS Entertainment.

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