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Netflix fans who love Stranger Things, Bridgerton, Emily in Paris and more can now spend some time in their favorite TV worlds. After launching in 2007, Netflix has grown into the go-to destination for household hits including KPop Demon Hunters, Knives Out, Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias and more. The streaming service has now invested in its most successful programs on a new level by recreating the fictional universes in several entertainment venues titled Netflix House. Us Weekly got an early look at Netflix House Philadelphia before its grand opening on Wednesday, November 12. From themed food to screenings and unique merch, Netflix House is focused on recreating everything fans love about their favorite shows and movies while inviting guests to join in on the fun. “The Philadelphia region is the perfect place to open our very first Netflix House; a city known for its creativity, heart, and deep sense of community,” Netflix’s chief marketing officer Marian Lee said in a statement about the venture. “From the beginning, we wanted this to be a space that reflects the people and pride of this region, built by local talent and inspired by the stories fans love most.” She continued: “This opening marks an exciting milestone for Netflix — we’re transforming how audiences experience our stories in real life and right here in their neighborhood. We can’t wait for fans to come explore what’s inside, be the local place for entertainment, and discover something new each time they come back.” In addition to Philadelphia, Netflix House will continue to grow with planned locations in Dallas and Las Vegas. Keep scrolling for an explainer of what to expect from Netflix House: What Is Netflix House? Utilizing space in malls, Netflix House is an immersive entertainment venue that features interactive experiences, themed food and merchandise from the streaming service’s most popular shows. How Many Locations Are There? Netflix House Philadelphia opened on November 12 while the Dallas location is expected to open on December 11 at the Galleria Dallas. There are also plans for Netflix House Las Vegas at BLVD on the famous Las Vegas Strip, which is slated for 2027. What Does Netflix House Philadelphia Have? Located in the King of Prussia mall, Netflix House Philadelphia allows fans to explore more than 100,000 square feet of immersive experiences inspired by Wednesday, One Piece, Stranger Things, Squid Game, Love Is Blind, KPop Demon Hunters, Bridgerton, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, Is It Cake?, WWE Raw, Frankenstein and more. How Does Netflix House Work? Netflix House is free to enter and explore with photo opportunities inspired by Bridgerton, Queer Eye, KPop Demon Hunters, Stranger Things, Squid Game: The Challenge and more. Guests can then venture to Netflix Bites, where they are treated to a wide variety of elevated comfort food and cocktail favorites with references to Netflix shows and movies. From there, the TUDUM theater is open and streaming Netflix shows, movies and fan events. The venue will also host trivia nights and live sports — including WWE Raw and NFL games — in addition to special local and seasonal programming. The trip will wrap up with a visit to the Netflix Shop. The store offers branded local merchandise, collectibles, apparel and more inspired by Netflix programming. What About the Ticketed Experiences at Netflix House? Guests pay from $15 to $39 for a variety of activities and featured experiences available at Netflix House Philadelphia. Wednesday: Eve of the Outcasts allows guests to “test their skills in Wednesday’s favorite games, like Piranha Pursuit and Feeding Time Frenzy, and wander through familiar spaces including Wednesday and Enid’s dorm, Principal Weems’ office, and the biology lab,” read the official press release. “Each visitor can follow a mysterious trail by texting clues back and forth with Thing, everyone’s favorite disembodied hand, to uncover secrets hidden throughout the experience.” One Piece: Quest for the Devil Fruit, meanwhile, is a 60-minute interactive journey where players face off “against notorious villains, solve puzzles, and navigate through iconic locations brought to life from the live-action series, including the Marine base, Alvida’s hideout, Arlong Park and Buggy’s tent.” The VR options allow players to play as the main character inside the worlds of Netflix shows and movies with immersive, full-body, multiplayer VR games from Sandbox VR, including: Stranger Things, Squid Game and Rebel Moon.
