
Netflix subscribers are seeing red and it's got nothing to do with the planet Mars. The streaming behemoth is on the receiving end of a cosmic-sized backlash after releasing its latest original docuseries, 'What's Your Sign?', which delves into the world of astrology.
Far from being a hit, the show has been universally panned by viewers who have taken to social media to brand it 'utter rubbish', 'a complete waste of resources' and 'pseudoscientific nonsense'. The series, which suggests celestial bodies can dictate personality and life events, has struck a nerve with audiences expecting factual content from the platform's documentary slate.
A Constellation of Criticism
The outrage was palpable across Twitter and Reddit. One exasperated viewer commented, "So Netflix is pushing star signs as science now? What's next, a flat-earth documentary produced by them?" Another stated bluntly, "This is quite possibly the stupidest thing I've ever seen on Netflix. Cancelling my subscription."
The criticism highlights a growing frustration among subscribers concerning the quality and credibility of Netflix's expanding catalogue. Many are questioning the platform's decision to greenlight such a project, accusing it of promoting debunked theories under the guise of a documentary.
Is This Really What We're Streaming For?
The backlash raises a larger question about content strategy. With fierce competition from Disney+, Apple TV+, and Amazon Prime, Netflix is under pressure to produce a constant stream of unique content. However, this latest release suggests a misstep in judging what its audience truly values.
Subscribers are now openly wondering if their monthly fee is being used to fund evidence-based programming or mere entertainment fluff disguised as factual content. The line between documentary and entertainment appears to be blurring, and for many, it's a boundary they don't want crossed.
Whether this celestial scandal will cause a lasting dip in subscriber numbers remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: Netflix's stars have certainly failed to align with its audience on this occasion.