Netflix Wins Competitive Bid for AWOL Dramedy from Craig Rowin and Game Night Duo Goldstein & Daley

Netflix has acquired AWOL, an hour-long dramedy series package from Craig Rowin, John Francis Daley, and Jonathan Goldstein, in a competitive situation, Deadline reports. The deal puts the project in development at the streaming giant, though financial terms and plot details remain under wraps. Rowin, known for his work on The Eric Andre Show and I Think You Should Leave, teams with Goldstein and Daley, the duo behind the hit film Game Night and the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons movie. Their production company, GoldDay, is attached to the project. The competitive bidding underscores Netflix's aggressive push for high-profile creator-driven content as streaming rivals vie for top talent. With Goldstein and Daley's track record of blending sharp comedy with genre elements, AWOL could become a marquee original for Netflix. The series package was one of the most sought-after of the season, signaling strong industry confidence in the team's ability to deliver a breakout hit.