Netflix has been at the center of severe criticism since the streaming giant announced its deal to acquire Warner Bros. According to reports, the announcement was first made on Friday, December 5, 2025 (ET), with Netflix calling it a “blockbuster deal” to acquire the Hollywood Studio. However, the deal has now received intense online criticism, with fans not in favour.
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros
Netflix is already viewed as a persona non grata in some Hollywood circles, largely due to its reluctance to release content in theatres and its disruption of traditional industry practices. As Netflix emerged as the likely winning bidder for Warner Bros, the studio behind several big projects, including Casablanca, the Harry Potter franchise, and the much-loved sitcom, Friends.
