It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, House of Cards and Dirty John are among the 55 titles already reportedly barred in the UK under this new controversial change at Netflix
Fiery complaints have flooded social media this week, following Netflix’s polarising decision to switch up its subscription packages.
“Is this a joke?”, “are you kidding me?” and “you’re p***ing me off” are among the countless comments to take X by storm, after many Netflix users claimed to receive a shocking email from the streaming giant. The messages, apparently targeting Brits, are dishing out the details of a huge change to the platform’s ‘Basic plan’, which was once its cheapest offer at £6.99/month.
While the plan was recently axed for new viewers, Netflix has since confirmed it will be discontinued for existing users too, with the new ‘Standard plan’ costing a staggering £10.99/month. And even though subscribers can opt for a cheaper HD viewing deal at £4.99 every four weeks, this will come with adverts and slightly less content.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, House of Cards and Dirty John are among the 55 titles already barred within the UK’s ad-supported package, according to JOE, due to reported licensing restrictions. Netflix itself has also confirmed that a lock icon will appear next to any other movies and films that are off limits from now.
“Netflix messaging me about how they’re discontinuing my basic plan,” one person on X wrote. “And my only option is to watch ads or pay twice as much for it monthly is ridiculous.”
Another later added: “I guess Netflix does have a basic plan that has ads now. I hate the concept of paying for a plan and STILL getting ads,” as someone else chimed in: “There is more competition out there now so why treat long-term customers like this?”
Both the Standard and Basic plans also only allow users to watch on two-supported devices, with sharing between households now completely disallowed. This was another controversial move taken last year as Netflix clamped down on password sharing in an effort to put a stop to freeloaders across the world.
“A Netflix account is for use by one household,” the US based titan stressed last May. “Everyone living in that household can use Netflix wherever they are — at home, on the go, on holiday — and take advantage of new features like Transfer Profile and Manage Access and Devices.”
Now, account members can instead buy ‘extra member slots’ to invite others into their virtual Netflix households. In the UK, these are £4.99 a month on top of the other fees.
Ten other movies and shows that are reportedly blocked for the cheapest advertising Netflix tier:
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Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight
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Homeland (2019)
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Spy Kids: Mission Critical (2018)
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Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous: Hidden Adventure (2022)
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One of Us Is Lying (2022)
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The Inmate (2018)
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Fast & Furious Spy Racers (2021)
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Playing with Fire (2019)
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Below: Tales of Arcadia (2018)
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The Boss Baby: Back in the Crib (2023)
Netflix has been approached for comment.
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