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‘Mating Season’ Writer Ashly Burch on Reimagining ‘Fox and the Hound’ for Netflix’s New Adult Animation Series
Ashly Burch, known for work on Adventure Time and Mythic Quest, serves as writer, co‑executive producer, and voice talent on Netflix’s adult‑animation series Mating Season. In episode four, “The Truth About Canada,” she reimagines Disney’s Fox and the Hound as an R‑rated romantic comedy, blending animal characters with sitcom dynamics. Burch describes a roughly ten‑week writing cycle where she outlined the episode solo before the team performed punch‑ups. Her focus on consistent world‑building and avoiding harmful tropes underscores the series’ commitment to fresh, character‑driven storytelling.
Jennifer Lopez Enters Her ‘Happy Era’ as She Discusses New Netflix Movie ‘Office Romance’ at NYC Premiere
Jennifer Lopez premiered Netflix’s romantic comedy Office Romance in New York, reuniting with Edward James Olmos for their third film together after My Family and Selena. Lopez said co‑writer Brett Goldstein wrote the script specifically for her, prompting her to also serve as a producer. She described the...
Netflix Top 10s: Big Drops for ‘A Good Girl’s Guide’ and ‘The Four Seasons’ as ‘The Boroughs’ Continues Struggle
Netflix’s latest global Top 10 report shows a rough week for the streamer, with major viewership drops for returning series. Season 2 of *A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder* fell about 80% and *The Four Seasons* lost 63% of its audience after...
Netflix Reveals New Dedicated Hub for Book Adaptations
Netflix has introduced a new dedicated hub called "Watch Your Favorite Books" that aggregates its library of book‑to‑screen titles. Launched on June 2, the hub organizes adaptations into nine themed sub‑categories ranging from romance to manga. It builds on earlier fan‑centric...
No Season 2 for ‘What’s in the Box?’ As Netflix Quietly Axes Neil Patrick Harris Game Show
Netflix has decided not to renew Neil Patrick Harris‑hosted game show "What’s in the Box?" after its six‑episode first season, which premiered in December 2025. The series logged roughly 9.3 million viewing hours and 2.1 million total views, but never cracked the...
Netflix India May 2026 Releases: Saif Ali Khan’s ‘Kartavya’ and ‘Dhurandhar’ Sequel Lead New Additions
Netflix India expanded its 2026 slate with a mix of drama, thriller and reality content. The platform launched the crime thriller film *Kartavya* starring Saif Ali Khan and the second part of the spy saga *Dhurandhar: The Revenge*. New series include the...
End of an Era: ‘Degrassi: Next Class’ Locked in for Netflix Removal in June 2026
Degrassi: Next Class will leave Netflix worldwide on June 30, 2026, ending a ten‑year exclusive licensing deal that began when the teen drama premiered on the platform in 2016. The series, produced by WildBrain’s predecessor Epitome Pictures, was marketed as a Netflix...
‘Strip Law’ Canceled at Netflix; Won’t Return For Season 2 As Creator Shares Series Finale Secrets
Netflix has pulled the plug on the adult‑animated courtroom comedy *Strip Law* after just one season. Creator Cullen Crawford announced the cancellation on Bluesky, thanking the cast—including Joel McHale and Ikechukwu Ufomadu—and fans. The series never broke into Netflix’s daily or weekly...
‘Big Mistakes’ Season 2 Gets Filming and Release Date Update Following Renewal
Netflix has greenlit a second season of Dan Levy's comedy‑thriller *Big Mistakes* following a strong debut that amassed 31.6 million viewing hours. Production is slated for August through November 2026, with Jersey City, New Jersey serving as the primary filming hub. The...
10 Best New Movies on Netflix in June 2026
Netflix’s June 2026 slate blends high‑profile originals with a strong batch of licensed films, aiming to boost summer viewership. The lineup includes rom‑com "Office Romance" starring Jennifer Lopez, sports comedy "Mexico 86" with Diego Luna, and a star‑studded thriller "In...
Netflix’s Best DreamWorks Animation Series Leaving in June 2026
Netflix will remove the DreamWorks‑produced series *Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts* from its global catalog on June 26, 2026. The three‑season, 30‑episode show amassed 47.1 million hours streamed (about 11.8 million views) between 2023 and 2025. The departure reflects the expiration...
Mamoru Hosoda’s Anime Movie ‘Scarlet’ Sets Netflix Debut for June 2026
Studio Chizu’s anime feature Scarlet, directed by Mamoru Hosoda, will launch on Netflix US on June 6, 2026 after a high‑profile festival circuit and a Sony Pictures Classics theatrical run. The film, a Shakespeare‑inspired time‑travel adventure, debuted out of competition...
Netflix Acquires Star-Studded Satirical Thriller ‘Sacrifice’ Starring Chris Evans and Anya Taylor-Joy
Netflix has acquired the U.S. streaming rights to Romain Gavras’ satirical eco‑thriller Sacrifice, following its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film features a high‑profile cast including Chris Evans, Anya Taylor‑Joy, Vincent Cassel and pop star Charli XCX....
Chinese Sci-Fi Blockbuster ‘Per Aspera Ad Astra’ Starring Dylan Wang Sets Netflix Release
Netflix will debut the Chinese sci‑fi blockbuster *Per Aspera Ad Astra* on June 18, 2026, marking its first streaming release in the West. Directed by Han Yan, the film stars Dylan Wang and Victoria Song and follows a crew trapped...
Remembering ‘Max’; Netflix’s Old “AI” Search Before AI Was Even A Thing
Netflix introduced Max on June 28, 2013 as a playful, game‑show‑style recommendation assistant exclusive to the PlayStation 3 app. Developed with Jackbox Games and Jellyvision, Max asked users to rate titles, pick favorite actors, or choose genre extremes to generate personalized...