[harigov]

Well, Netflix is one of the most data driven companies we know of. Maybe they see something that we don't? Also, some stories inherently require significant amount of money to produce and there is nothing that you can do about it. Sure you can avoid spending money on such shows, but the last thing you want is to be known for your low quality shows.

[Fishman343]

Yes, I think you're right, it's probably better to be known for your 1 or 2 high quality hits and take a few losses overall, than to be known for low quality shows.

That on top of the fact they can use data to minimise the risk must mean it's a realistic option.