Netflix delays Detroiters release without explanation, leaving fans frustrated

Detroiters fans were excited about the return of their favorite show on Netflix, but the streaming giant left them hanging. On October 15, 2024, when the American sitcom was supposed to be available, it mysteriously vanished from the platform’s schedule.

Netflix had previously announced the release of the first two seasons on social media but later deleted the post without explanation, leaving fans puzzled. The lack of communication has caused confusion and frustration among viewers.

Fans have expressed their frustration on social media, particularly Twitter. Comments ranged from humorous to outraged as they waited in vain for the series to drop.

One user tweeted:

“Netflix, you’re Local 4’s Chump of the Week.”

Another tweeted:

“Hey @netflix you’re going to announce Detroiters and make an official Cramblin Duvet Advertising post but then delete the post and disappear the show from search results?!??!”

"Where. Is. Detroiters @Netflix?" another tweet read, reflecting the impatience and disappointment of fans who had been eagerly awaiting the show's release.

The lack of an official statement from Netflix has only intensified the frustration, with fans demanding answers.

One wrote:

“How I feel waiting for @NetflixIsAJoke @netflix to drop Detroiters.”

Another tweet stated:

“I’m hearing @netflix didn’t drop and is acting like they never said they were going to????” The frustration was palpable.

One fan sarcastically tweeted:

“Sounds great, not watching it. We’re canceling our subscription that we’ve had for more than thirteen years. The Detroiters betrayal will not stand.”

Another tweet captured the disbelief:

“Which candidate will get me justice on Netflix for saying Detroiters would be on there today and lying to me.”

One even tweeted:

“NETFLIX ISNT GONNA BE STREAMING.”

In response to the controversy, a humorous tweet read:

“@netflix, this is you and by this, I mean the guy getting dropkicked, and YOU KNOW WHY, it’s because you lied about Detroiters.”

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Netflix delays Detroiters release without explanation

The delay in releasing the series has left fans baffled. Netflix had previously gained the streaming rights for the beloved Comedy Central show and had announced the October 15 release.

However, when the day came, Detroiters was nowhere to be found. Netflix not only removed the show from its October schedule but also deleted all related social media posts, offering no reason for the change. This sudden disappearance has only fueled fan theories and anger.

Detroiters is a cult-favorite show created by Michigan natives Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson. The sitcom centers around two best friends running a small advertising agency in Detroit, creating commercials for local businesses. The show had a niche but loyal fanbase, largely due to its authentic portrayal of Metro Detroit and its witty, region-specific humor.

Despite its popularity with those who “got” the humor, it was canceled after just two seasons in 2018. The show had only been available on Comedy Central and Paramount+, which limited its reach. Fans had been excited for the wider audience that Netflix would bring, making this delay all the more frustrating.

With its cast full of local Michigan talent and its storylines rooted in the real-life quirks of the city, the show connected with the natives and fans of the unique humor. As the show was shot entirely in Metro Detroit, it brought attention to the culture of the city, and most of the people who worked on it were from the area.

People in Detroit were proud of the show, and the news that it would be back on Netflix gave fans hope. But these hopes were dashed by the sudden delay, and Netflix hasn't said whether or when the show will be available on its platform.