‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ Hits 17.8 Million Netflix Views — But Fans Are Crushing It With a 6% Rotten Tomatoes Score

“Michael Jackson: The Verdict” 17.8M Views, 6% Fan Score.

Netflix‘s three-part docuseries Michael Jackson: The Verdict has become one of the most-watched and most-contested titles on the streaming platform this year, drawing 17.8 million views in its first five days while simultaneously being hammered with one of the lowest audience ratings in recent memory. The docuseries, which premiered June 3, debuted at No. 1 … Read more

Netflix Snaps Up Global Rights to Cannes’ Heartbreaking Animated Love Story ‘In Waves’

Netflix Snaps Up Global Rights to Cannes' Heartbreaking Animated Love Story 'In Waves'

A real-life romance, a Vietnamese filmmaker’s debut dream, and a historic moment at Cannes — here’s everything you need to know about ‘In Waves’ Cannes Film Festival 2026 is barely underway, but the festival’s biggest deal is already done. Netflix has acquired global rights — outside of France — to the animated romance In Waves, … Read more

Miami Police Officers Sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Over Netflix Film ‘The Rip,’ Alleging Defamation and Emotional Distress

Miami Police Officers Sue Ben Affleck and Matt Damon Over Netflix Film 'The Rip'

Two Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies have filed a federal lawsuit against Ben Affleck and Matt Damon‘s production company Artists Equity, claiming the Netflix crime thriller The Rip falsely depicted them as corrupt law enforcement officers and caused lasting damage to their personal and professional reputations. Officers Jason Smith and Jonathan Santana — who were not … Read more

Dave Chappelle Re-Teams With Netflix for Three Nights at ‘Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026’

Dave Chappelle Re-Teams With Netflix for Three Comedy Shows.

Netflix has announced that Dave Chappelle will headline three consecutive nights at the Hollywood Palladium from May 7–9 as part of Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026 — an immersive experience blending comedy, live music, and surprise guest appearances. Tickets go on sale April 29 at 10 a.m. PT. Netflix has already dropped a teaser … Read more

‘Apex’ Review: Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton Deliver Netflix’s Stunning But Predictable Action Thriller

Netflix Movie “Apex” Review.

Netflix‘s latest action offering Apex proves once again that a combination of A-list stars and breathtaking locations is enough to draw audiences to a streaming platform — even when the script travels a well-worn road. Charlize Theron and Eric Bana play an adventurous couple scaling the towering cliffs of Norway. When a brutal storm sends … Read more

Netflix Scripted Series Head Jinny Howe Set as Keynote Speaker at Banff World Media Festival

Jinny Howe

Jinny Howe, Netflix‘s head of U.S. and Canada scripted series, has been confirmed as the first keynote speaker for the 47th annual Banff World Media Festival — marking one of the streaming giant’s most prominent executive appearances on the international media circuit this year. The festival runs June 14–17 at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel … Read more

‘Heartstopper Forever’: Netflix Sets July Release Date as Kit Connor and Joe Locke Step Up as Exec Producers

Heartstopper Forever

The beloved LGBTQ+ series bows out with a feature film, landing on the streamer this summer. Netflix has announced that its breakout hit Heartstopper will conclude with a feature film. Titled Heartstopper Forever, the movie is set to debut on the streamer on July 17. The announcement carries significant weight for a fanbase that has … Read more

‘Beef’ Season 2 Makes a Weak Netflix Debut: 2.4 Million Views in Opening Week, Down 58% From Season 1

Beef Season 2

Netflix‘s acclaimed anthology series struggles out of the gate, raising questions about sequel fatigue and the streaming giant’s prestige TV strategy. “Beef” Season 2 made a notably quiet debut on Netflix this week, landing at No. 10 on the platform’s English-language TV Top 10 with just 2.4 million views. The second season premiered April 16, … Read more

‘Wednesday’ Season 3 First Look: Jenna Ortega Takes the Hunt for Enid to Paris

‘Wednesday’ Season 3 First Look.

Netflix has dropped the first official image from Season 3 of its record-breaking series “Wednesday” — and this time, Wednesday Addams is trading Nevermore Academy’s gothic corridors for the streets of Paris. The photo, released Monday on social media, shows star Jenna Ortega standing beside a motorcycle under the Eiffel Tower, her signature deadpan expression … Read more

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Attend Star-Studded Netflix Event in Montecito

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos at Netflix's 'Beef' Season 2 Montecito Tastemaker event on April 10, 2026.

On April 10, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry showed up at an exclusive private event held in Montecito, California. The gathering was hosted by Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos and his wife Nicole Avant as part of the “Beef Season 2 Montecito Tastemaker” event. The two looked put-together all night. Meghan wore a chartreuse gown, while … Read more