Netflix Sues Carl Rinsch for Diverting Funds from Conquest Series

Published on January 06, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
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Netflix Sues Carl Rinsch for Diverting Funds from Conquest Series

The streaming platform Netflix has initiated legal action against director Carl Rinsch, known for his work on Conan the Barbarian. The lawsuit alleges massive fraud related to the budget for producing the science fiction series Conquest. 🎬

The Central Accusation: Diverting Millions

According to court documents, Netflix allocated more than 55 million dollars to fund the Conquest project. However, the company claims that Rinsch transferred large sums to his personal accounts instead of using the money for filming. The production was never completed, and the filmed material does not meet the expected professional standards.

Personal Expenses Funded with the Production Budget:
Netflix seeks to recover the invested money and obtain damages for breach of contract.

The Uncertain Future of Conquest

The series Conquest was announced as an ambitious production with a considerable budget. The process was halted due to creative disputes and financial problems arising from Rinsch's actions. Netflix attempted to regain control of the project, but negotiations did not succeed.

Consequences of the Case:

An Ironic End for a Failed Project

It seems that the only conquest Rinsch achieved was increasing his personal wealth, leaving Netflix with an extensive court case instead of a finished series. This incident serves as a warning about financial oversight in the entertainment industry. ⚖️