Druski Signs Multi-Year Netflix Deal
The comedian will create original content exclusively for the streamer, starting with the semi-scripted comedy series "Collect & Praise."
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Hip-Hop and Rap
Comedian Druski has signed a multi-year deal with Netflix to create original content exclusively for the streamer through his 4Lifers Entertainment company. The first project, "Collect & Praise," a semi-scripted comedy starring Druski and Mike Epps, premieres on Netflix Dec. 1.
Why it matters
The partnership brings a social-media-born comedy character to a major streaming platform, giving Druski's independently distributed work a larger audience and a steady production pipeline. Netflix will also license select content from his existing catalog.
Druski's licensed series, including "Coulda Been Love" and "Coulda Been Daddy," have generated more than 1 billion collective views on YouTube. The deal's financial terms and total project count have not been disclosed.
The players
Druski
Comedian born Drew Desbordes, 32, known for viral internet sketches and as the youngest-ever host of the BET Awards.
Netflix
Global streaming service that is licensing Druski's catalog and producing his original content under the new deal.
Mike Epps
Veteran stand-up comedian and actor who co-stars with Druski in the semi-scripted series "Collect & Praise."
The details
"Collect & Praise" is based on a character Druski made viral in an internet sketch and at the BET Awards. Druski's content was previously self-financed and distributed independently on social media before this partnership.
Timeline
Earlier this year: Druski became the youngest-ever host of the BET Awards.
This weekend: Druski hosts "Saturday Night Live."
Dec. 1: "Collect & Praise" premieres on Netflix.
Industry Dynamics
The deal follows a pattern of digital-first comedians, such as those who built audiences through YouTube sketches, moving into exclusive streaming arrangements. Netflix's licensing of YouTube-built catalog content reflects streamers competing for proven online audiences.
Viewers who want Druski's new series will need a Netflix subscription, as "Collect & Praise" premieres exclusively on the streamer on Dec. 1. Netflix will also license select catalog content from his existing library.
The takeaway
Creators with proven audiences on platforms like YouTube are increasingly able to turn independent work into licensed streaming commitments. Readers following Druski can watch for the Dec. 1 premiere on Netflix.
What happens next
"Collect & Praise" premieres on Netflix on Dec. 1, with Druski and Mike Epps starring.
Further reading
Explore more Hip-Hop and Rap coverage for context on Druski's rise in comedy and music culture.
