Netflix comedy executive Andy Weil is leaving the company to join Amazon MGM Studios as head of comedy. Amazon MGM Studios’ Head of Global Television Peter Friedlander announces the hire internally, and Weil’s first day is reported to be September 14.
Both outlets describe Weil as a long-tenured figure at Netflix, including an 11-year run and a senior role overseeing comedy programming and development. Variety notes that he re-joins Friedlander at Amazon, where Friedlander is now leading global television. Deadline similarly frames the move as Weil stepping into a top comedy leadership position at Amazon MGM Studios.
While the core facts align, the coverage differs in emphasis. Deadline highlights Weil’s Netflix tenure and status as a veteran programming executive, and focuses on the timing and internal announcement. Variety adds background on Weil’s reputation as a comedy champion and cites Netflix titles associated with his work, including “Master of None,” among other comedy projects.
