The love-hate relationship between Netflix and the fans is ongoing, a race till eternity. Though Newton’s third law of motion is applied in physics, in real life, sometimes some actions have a more intense reaction. And this time, in no unexpected manner, Netflix is at the core of the fans’ ire.
See, Netflix is a champion when it comes to canceling shows. And it did collect some reputations regarding this, but fans aren’t just angry because of what show they canceled, but now, it is a matter of HOW?
The usage of algorithms, machine learning, or AI is one aspect that will grow more and more in the industry. And it isn’t fundamentally bad, especially when it comes to websites and apps recommending shows. But the fans are upset about how Netflix cancels a show based on an algorithm.
Talking about the current decision, it was reported that Netflix canceled a rumored sequel of Heath Ledger’s “A Knight’s Tale.” Based on the quality, it isn’t the best of films, but it is one of those classics which people will definitely tune into. But there lies certain inconsistencies about the cancellation of projects.
For a company like Netflix, it is definitely intelligent to take calculated steps, especially when it comes to production. So having some algorithm is obviously a plus point, but as the fans notice, it is extremely inconsistent.
Shows like “1899” or “Black Summer,” despite the quality of the shows, were adored by fans. Even canceling something like “The Bastard Son” & “The Devil Himself” or “Mindhunter,” fans are pissed and upset about these random choices of cancellation. And amidst all these, some borderline unwatchable shows are getting great advertisement campaigns, and the fans have to suffer through them.
It's more a interview with a very famous writer/director who shared is experience (among other things) with Netflix rejecting one of is project and somehow got told the algorithm was not a fan of it.
— Cancelled on a cliffhanger ➐ (@CancelNetflix) April 23, 2024
What kind of fucking algorithm do Netflix even have that it makes dumbass decisions like putting out Big Mouth and Cuties but cancel good shows?
— Nobody (@Nobodyhereany) April 22, 2024
In a couple of years there will be an expose on Netflix and it will show that they depended on an algorithm to determine what shows to renew/cancel, but there were issues in the code. That is the funniest and kindest explanation.
— Sotan (@sotan_07its) April 5, 2024
But Netflix doesn’t care either way, they cancel based on viewing figures and retention rates in a way I’m fairly certain is algorithm based. Whether the fan base is male or female doesn’t come into it. I’m just pointing out you’re being a bit sexist in how you respond
— CunningSmile (@CunningSmi1e) February 12, 2024
Why do you cancel fantastic shows? Maybe instead of using only stupid algorithms, consider some other factors before canceling, or even starting a show. You make so much garbage but then cancel so much quality. #BlackSummer is one of the best Zombie shows ever. @reedhastings
— Cody young (@TheCodeDuh) February 3, 2024
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