Netflix to pull nearly 40 films and series from its catalog in July 2026

Netflix, which expanded its service to more than 190 countries ten years ago, continues to shape global entertainment and industry trends. The streaming platform’s influence—often referred to as the “Netflix effect”—has been credited with altering viewing habits, cultural conversations, and market dynamics worldwide.

In July 2026 the service will remove close to 40 titles from its library, including the animated "How to Raise Your Dragon" trilogy, several entries from the "MonsterVerse", and a range of films such as "Godzilla", "Joker" and "The Matrix". The purge is intended to make room for new arrivals, and viewers have a limited window to watch the departing content before it disappears from the platform.

The move reflects Netflix’s ongoing strategy to curate its catalogue, balancing legacy titles with fresh releases as it competes in an increasingly crowded streaming market.