'Mind blowing' Netflix shows that'll disappear soon and kids will be majorly upset

Netflixflix bosses have been rummaging through their archives and are set to bin some much-loved shows and iconic films, likely to the dismay of many fans.

It's not unusual for the streaming service to do a monthly clear-out, making room for fresh and thrilling original content. However, this means bidding farewell to other major shows and films on the platform - some of which have received glowing reviews from fans and near-perfect scores on Rotten Tomatoes.

August has seen quite a purge, with the platform preparing to discard several Oscar-winning films and highly-rated series, which may come as a shock to viewers. If you were planning to catch up on eagerly anticipated series or schedule a film weekend with loved ones, you'll need to act quickly. Time is running out for some fan favourites due to leave Netflix sooner than you might expect.

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Ugly Betty and Gangs of New York are among the series set to depart, while blockbuster hits like Dunkirk and The Lego Movie are also on the chopping block, reports the Express.

A Discovery of Witches

In 2018, A Discovery of Witches arrived on the streaming giant and has been a hot topic among fans ever since. The series, starring Dept Q actor Matthew Goode, Teresa Palmer, and Edward Bluemel, has topped the charts.

The narrative centres on the unlikely bond between a vampire and a witch as they decipher the mysteries of a book about mythical creatures. Despite numerous hints at a fourth series, it never materialised and now the supernatural sensation is set to depart on 19 August.

Gangs of New York

The Sky Atlantic production, set in London, portrays the city in chaos following the assassination of one of the most influential leaders of an organised crime group.

Its third season has just concluded on Sky, however, the first two series were both broadcast on Netflix, with previews debuting for audiences back in 2020 and 2022 respectively. These will also be leaving the platform on 19 August.

Dunkirk

One of the most unexpected departures in the Netflix clearout is the three-time Academy Award-winning film Dunkirk.

Christopher Nolan's war epic, set during World War II and starring Fionn Whitehead, Jack Lowden and Harry Styles, depicts the evacuation of soldiers from the British Empire, Belgium and France as they endeavoured to escape the town of Dunkirk amidst a gruelling battle with German forces.

In 2018, the film received widespread acclaim and even bagged three Academy Awards. Despite its success, Netflix has decided it will also be archived.

From 1st August, Dunkirk will no longer be available for viewing on the platform.

Ugly Betty

This particular departure might shock devoted viewers, particularly given that this series remains endlessly rewatchable without ever losing its appeal.

Rather than following the usual mid-month removal pattern that allows subscribers time for a final binge, Netflix bosses have opted for an immediate exit. The title will vanish from the platform tomorrow, August 1st.

Viewers who act swiftly tonight might just manage to squeeze in one last viewing of their cherished episodes before bidding farewell.

Interview with the Vampire

This certainly isn't a film enthusiasts will want to overlook. The production earned widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences, achieving a near-flawless Rotten Tomatoes rating with an outstanding 98% score.

The 1994 gothic horror masterpiece, helmed by director Neil Jordan, draws inspiration from Anne Rice's 1976 novel sharing the same title. One enthusiast gushed: "This show honestly blew me away! The flow of this story is so memorable despite never reading the book series,I went into the show blind and knowing a few details about the source material and it exceeded everything I thought I knew about vampires."

Despite garnering exceptional praise, Netflix executives have determined it's time to part ways, with the film departing the service on 19 August.

The Lego Movie

Youngsters and families worldwide will be heartbroken that one of their treasured films has also landed on the chopping block, despite remaining a firm favourite amongst countless children. The streaming behemoth has also confirmed that The Lego Movie will soon be relegated to its site history and will no longer be available for viewing.

It does seem a peculiar time to remove this 2014 childhood favourite, particularly as most children in the UK are currently on their summer holidays and likely looking for classic films to stream.

Regrettably, it's already been decided that the film, which stars Chris Pratt and was once hailed as the best animated film of the year, will disappear from Netflix as of 1st August.

Kung Fu Panda 4

Another blow for families during the summer break is the impending departure of the latest instalment of the Kung Fu Panda franchise. However, there is a bit more time for those hoping to catch one last viewing.

The film, featuring Jack Black, Viola Davis and AwkwafinaIts, has been given an exit date of 21st August. In previous sequels, big names such as Angelina Jolie, Lucy Liu, Jackie Chan, Seth Rogen and David Cross played key roles, but none of them returned for the fourth instalment.