People are cancelling Netflix subscriptions today primarily due to a backlash against content that some viewers perceive as pushing a transgender agenda, especially in children’s programming. This controversy intensified after Hamish Steele, creator of the Netflix animated series "Dead End: Paranormal Park," made derogatory remarks related to the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, which led to a wave of cancellations amplified by social media and influential figures like Elon Musk urging followers to cancel Netflix for the well-being of their children. Additionally, some users express dissatisfaction with Netflix's content availability and pricing changes, and several popular titles are leaving the platform in October 2025, which also contributes to cancellations. Key reasons driving cancellations include:
- Perceived promotion of transgender themes in kids’ shows.
- Controversy over comments by Netflix content creators.
- Price increases and limited access to the full catalogue in some subscription plans.
- Removal of popular movies and series in October 2025.
- Major social media campaigns including Elon Musk's call to cancel Netflix subscriptions.
This combination of content controversy, pricing dissatisfaction, and content removal is causing an increase in Netflix subscription cancellations today.
