Netflix struggled to reassure sceptical lawmakers that its proposed $82bn (£61bn) takeover of Warner Bros Discovery would benefit consumers, workers and the broader entertainment industry.
On Tuesday, members of the US Senate antitrust subcommittee, which includes both Democrats and Republicans, raised concerns about reduced competition, potential price rises and the future of cinemas if the merger goes ahead.
The deal, which is currently under review by the Department of Justice (DoJ), would give Netflix control of Warner Bros' film and television studios as well as the HBO Max streaming service.
Rival bidder Paramount Skydance continues to push a competing offer to buy the company.
The Senators' questioning highlighted bipartisan opposition to the merger. But DoJ regulators have the authority to decide whether to approve or block the deal.
