Netflix offers a huge variety of shows and movies, but is constantly changing and replacing them to keep its content successful. According to Netflix, the updates are meant to keep the shows current and based off what customers want to see. However, some viewers get upset when shows they enjoy watching are removed.

“I don’t like that Netflix randomly removes shows because in my opinion, they don’t have that great of a selection anyway,” said Cerenity Johnson, sophomore. “They took away some of my favorites, which made me sad because I always look forward to watching Family Guy and The Cleveland Show when I get home from school.”

More often than not, Netflix takes away fan-favorites due to their contract ending. Netflix looks for new movies customers want to watch, while taking away some that aren’t necessarily as popular.

“Sometimes it is good that Netflix takes away shows, because if they aren’t watched a lot, then they should go,” said Alexis Erickson, sophomore.

When a contract with the production company of the specific show or movie is about to expire, Netflix posts it on their website. Doing this keeps members up to date with what is staying and what isn’t on its website, but few people check it frequently.  Most Netflix users only check the app, and then are blindsided when they take away some of their favorites.

“I didn’t get any warning that Family Guy was leaving Netflix, it was out of nowhere,” said Valeria Toledo, junior.   “I had one season left and I enjoyed the show.”

Netflix has a suggestion area on their website. Customers can request that shows or movies get renewed or added. This helps them keep their content fresh, current, and pleasing to its members.

“I didn’t know there was a way to suggest shows and movies on Netflix,” said Olivia Zediker, sophomore. “I am upset they took away One Tree Hill, but I probably won’t request it because I finished it and there are plenty of other good shows.”

The most recent update occurred in October. Content such as Family Guy, Hotel Transylvania, and The Cleveland Show were removed.

“Hotel Transylvania was one of my favorite movies and I was sad to see it go,” said Erickson. “It had good animation and enjoyable for me to watch.”

Some titles that will be added in October are Meet the Robinsons, Stranger Things season 2, and Smurfs: The Lost Village.