Netflix secures Disney films such as Frozen and Angelina Jolie's Maleficent as part of its Australian packages (but STILL no word on House of Cards)
- Netflix Australia is set to launch on March 31 at a cost of $9.99 per month
- Animated and live-action films from The Walt Disney Company's extensive back catalogue will be available
- Long-running American drama Lost is also part of the package
- News comes as video on demand service still hasn't confirmed if original award-winning show House Of Cards will be part of the deal
- They are reportedly scrambling to salvage the rights from Foxtel
Video on demand service Netflix will bring Disney magic to Australia when it launches in March, it has been confirmed.
Hit movies and TV shows from the creators of Mickey Mouse, including box office hit Frozen, Cars, Monsters Inc. and UP, will be available to watch via the streaming service at a cost of $9.99 per month.
However, Netflix, which is set to launch in Australia and New Zealand on March 31, has still not confirmed if original award-winning shows House Of Cards and Orange Is The New Black will be part of the deal for viewers in the two countries.
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![Angelina Jolie's Maleficent will be available in the future on Netflix after it launches](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542475B00000578-2935889-image-m-3_1422850234113.jpg)
Angelina Jolie's Maleficent will be available in the future on Netflix after it launches
![The hit 2013 animated film Frozen from Walt Disney Animation Studios will be a main attraction on Netflix Australia](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/25422C5300000578-2935889-image-a-1_1422850217193.jpg)
The hit 2013 animated film Frozen from Walt Disney Animation Studios will be a main attraction on Netflix Australia
![Long running American series Lost will be part of the Disney deal with Netflix Australia](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/25424FF700000578-2935889-image-m-18_1422850779664.jpg)
Long running American series Lost will be part of the Disney deal with Netflix Australia
Netflix announced on Monday that animated and live-action films and shows from The Walt Disney Company’s extensive back catalogue will make up part of the subscription deal.
Long-running American series Lost, created by JJ Abrams, will be available as well as Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World and Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Saving Mr. Banks and Muppets Most Wanted.
In the months following launch, Netflix also will have streaming rights to Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Maleficent and Big Hero 6.
‘As part of our long-standing global relationship with Disney, we're thrilled to bring fan favourites like Tangled and Star Wars: The Clone Wars to Netflix members in Australia and New Zealand,’ said Ted Sarandos, chief content officer of Netflix.
![Muppets fans will be able to watch the antics of Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, Animal and Walter in Muppets Most Wanted](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542475300000578-2935889-image-m-5_1422850275849.jpg)
Muppets fans will be able to watch the antics of Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, Animal and Walter in Muppets Most Wanted
![The critically acclaimed tear-jerker UP from Disney will be available on Netflix Australia](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542473B00000578-2935889-image-a-6_1422850288424.jpg)
The critically acclaimed tear jerker UP from Disney will be available on Netflix Australia
![Hit movies like Cars and TV shows from the creators of Mickey Mouse will be available to watch via the streaming service at a cost of $9.99 per month](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542473400000578-2935889-image-a-7_1422850293804.jpg)
Hit movies and TV shows from the creators of Mickey Mouse will be available to watch via the streaming service at a cost of $9.99 per month
![Monsters Inc. is one of Disney Pixar's hit animation movies](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542474100000578-2935889-image-a-14_1422850374781.jpg)
Monsters Inc. is one of Disney Pixar's hit animation movies
‘Disney is excited to join with Netflix to provide consumers in Australia and New Zealand with even more options when it comes to how and when they enjoy our fantastic entertainment content,’ said Catherine Powell, managing director, The Walt Disney Company Australia and New Zealand.
‘In today’s world, subscription over-the-top services play a critical role in media consumption, and we’re delighted to bring our top-quality films and television series to these fans.’
Netflix Australia won't confirm if the two popular shows will be available and it's believed to be because of licensing agreements already in place with pay TV operator Foxtel.
![Marvel film Captain America: The winter Soldier will be offered up by Netflix](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542475700000578-2935889-image-m-9_1422850316867.jpg)
Marvel film Captain America: The winter Soldier will be offered up by Netflix
![Chris Hemsworth can be watched in Thor: The Dark World](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542474A00000578-2935889-image-m-11_1422850338266.jpg)
Chris Hemsworth can be watched in Thor: The Dark World
![In the months following launch, Netflix also will have streaming rights to Marvel¿s Guardians of the Galaxy](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/25422C5B00000578-2935889-image-a-12_1422850355354.jpg)
In the months following launch, Netflix also will have streaming rights to Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy
![The surprising backstory behind the making of Mary Poppins, Saving Mr. Banks, will be on Netflix Australia](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542474F00000578-2935889-image-m-16_1422850397426.jpg)
The surprising backstory behind the making of Mary Poppins, Saving Mr. Banks, will be on Netflix Australia
They are reportedly now scrambling for deals to try and salvage the rights from Foxtel.
The new trailer for House Of Cards has been released advertising that season three will air via Netflix in the United States from February 27.
But when the Australian branch Netflix launches on its rumoured March 31 date, the show will already be a month behind.
Aside from Disney productions, other shows Netflix will have on offer when it launches in Australia include Marco Polo, Bojack Horseman and a Chelsea Handler comedy.
Rival streaming services Presto TV – from Foxtel and the Seven Network – and Stan – from Fairfax and Nine Entertainment – also just launched Down Under.
![Netflix has just confirmed that season three of the award-winning House Of Cards will air when it launches its Australian branch in March and all three seasons will be available on demand](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/01/20/24DBD5FC00000578-0-image-m-24_1421729267195.jpg)
Netflix won't confirm if season three of the award-winning House Of Cards will air when it launches its Australian branch in March
![Netflix's popular Orange Is The New Black is also in murky waters due to licensing agreements already in place with pay TV operator Foxtel](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/01/20/24DBD6FC00000578-0-image-m-26_1421729360975.jpg)
Netflix's popular Orange Is The New Black is also in murky waters due to licensing agreements already in place with pay TV operator Foxtel
![Other confirmed shows on Netflix include Marco Polo, BoJack Horseman, Uganda Be Kidding Me, Live from Chelsea Handler, Bloodline, Daredevil, Sense8 and Grace and Frankie](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/02/02/2542474500000578-2935889-image-a-13_1422850364346.jpg)
Other confirmed shows on Netflix include Marco Polo, BoJack Horseman, Uganda Be Kidding Me, Live from Chelsea Handler, Bloodline, Daredevil, Sense8 and Grace and Frankie
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