On Monday, January 22nd, Netflix NFLX will release its fourth quarter earnings results after the bell. The company is a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), and have a Value, Growth, and Momentum score of F.Dave will look at Netflix’s past earnings, take a look at what is currently going on with the company, and give us his thoughts on their upcoming earnings announcement.Furthermore, Dave will uncover some potential options trades for investors looking to make a play on Netflix ahead of earnings.Netflix in FocusNetflix is the world's leading Internet television network with millions of subscribers in nearly 50 countries who have access to an ever-expanding library of TV shows and movies, including original programming, documentaries and feature films. The company offers the ability to watch as subscribers want, anytime, anywhere, on nearly any Internet-connected screen.Netflix is expected to report earnings at $0.41 per share according to the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Last quarter they missed earnings expectations by -9.38%. They reported earnings at $0.29per share, missing their estimate of $0.32. They have an average earnings surprise of 1.25% over the last 4 quarters.Netflix, Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise Netflix, Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise | Netflix, Inc. QuoteBottom LineHow should investors play Netflix ahead of their earnings report? For insights on the best options trades, then tune in at 11:00am CST tomorrow to see David’s thoughts.Zacks' Top 10 Stocks for 2017In addition to the stocks discussed above, would you like to know about our 10 finest tickers for the entirety of 2017?Who wouldn't? These 10 are painstakingly hand-picked from 4,400 companies covered by the Zacks Rank. They are our primary picks to buy and hold. Be among the very first to see them >>Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Netflix, Inc. (NFLX): Free Stock Analysis Report To read this article on Zacks.com click here. Zacks Investment Research