Netflix subscribers are set to lose one of television’s most popular long running fantasy series, as all 15 seasons of Supernatural are scheduled to leave the streaming platform this Thursday.
The news has sparked reactions across social media, especially among longtime fans who have relied on Netflix as the main home of the show for years.
Why Supernatural Is Leaving Netflix
Supernatural, which aired from 2005 to 2020, is not a Netflix Original. The series was produced by Warner Bros. Television and made available on Netflix through a licensing agreement.
According to industry reports, the agreement has now expired, which means Netflix no longer has the rights to stream the show. As a result, all 15 seasons are being removed from the platform as part of Netflix’s regular content rotation.
Once it leaves Netflix, Supernatural is expected to be available on other streaming platforms linked to Warner Bros., although availability may differ depending on location.
For viewers who are yet to complete the series or those planning a full rewatch this week is the final opportunity to stream Supernatural on Netflix.
Netflix typically removes titles immediately after their final listed day, so episodes may no longer be accessible once Thursday ends.
Other Popular TV Shows Leaving Netflix Soon
Supernatural is not the only major title exiting Netflix this month. Several other well-known TV series are also expected to leave the platform due to expiring licensing deals.
These include:
- How I Met Your Mother
- The 100
- Arrow
- Evil
- Downton Abbey
The removals highlight Netflix’s ongoing shift away from licensed content as more studios move their shows to in house streaming services.
Movies Also Leaving Netflix This Month
In addition to TV shows, Netflix is removing several popular films from its library, including:
- The Goonies
- Back to the Future trilogy
- Beverly Hills Cop films
Exact removal dates may vary depending on region.
Why Netflix Keeps Losing Licensed Shows
Netflix has increasingly focused on producing original content, while licensed movies and TV series are rotated out when contracts expire.
As major studios prioritize their own platforms, long-running shows like Supernatural are less likely to remain on Netflix permanently.
The departure of Supernatural marks the end of an era for many Netflix viewers who followed the Winchester brothers’ journey across 15 seasons.
If the show is on your watchlist, now is the time to finish it.