Kelly Luegenbiehl

Luegenbiehl has consistently been at the forefront of entertainment innovation, from pioneering Netflix’s international expansion to founding Shorties Studios. Launched in December 2025, her global production company spans LA, London and Istanbul, producing vertical originals for subscription streaming and social media platforms, along with ad-supported branded content. As Netflix’s EMEA content chief, Luegenbiehl spearheaded the company’s push into international markets and local-language originals, driving a 50% surge in non-English viewership in the US between 2017 and 2021. She later led global franchises, helping turn The Witcher into one of the top 10 most watched shows globally. Luegenbiehl commissioned hit series across six continents, including Dark, Lupin, Suburra, Kingdom, Sacred Games, The Rain, The Protector, Elite, Unorthodox, Casa De Las Flores, 3%, Cable Girls and Jack Whitehall: Travels With My Father. Prior to Netflix, Luegenbiehl worked at ABC, developing shows inclu