Netflix finds itself embroiled in controversy following the viral spread of a scene from its children's animated series, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous.
The contentious moment, depicting a teenage lesbian kiss, has sparked significant backlash on social media, leading to a wave of subscription cancellations. The scene, featured in the ninth episode of the show's fifth season, has amassed over seven million views on X, igniting a debate over its appropriateness for young audiences.
"This is from a childrens cartoon on Netflix called Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous. Since when has something like this been considered appropriate for children?!" questioned an X user, encapsulating the concerns of many.
As reported by Gateway Pundit, the scene is not new to controversy. In 2022, Hungary's national media regulator launched an investigation into Netflix over the series, citing potential violations of a 2021 law that prohibits LGBT-themed content aimed at children.
Hungary's National Media and Communications Authority (NMHH) scrutinized the streaming service, with the Hungarian newspaper Magyar Nemzet highlighting that the cartoon targets children as young as seven. This incident coincides with another uproar surrounding Netflix's kids' show, Dead End: Paranormal Park.
The series drew attention after Elon Musk announced he was canceling his subscription, criticizing its content and the creator's offensive remarks about Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.
Musk's call to "Cancel Netflix for the health of your kids" has resonated with many, further pressuring the streaming giant. Despite the mounting criticism, Netflix has yet to publicly address the backlash. However, the growing discontent among subscribers and scrutiny from regulators may compel the company to reevaluate its programming strategy.
The financial repercussions of this controversy are evident in Netflix's stock performance. Following Musk's announcement, Netflix's stock price (NFLX) experienced a decline. On October 1, the stock opened at approximately $1,175.49, closing at $1,170.90, and continued to drop to $1,162.53 on October 2.
By midday on October 3, it was trading at $1,158.84, marking an overall decrease of about 1.4%.
As conservatives increasingly express their disapproval through financial decisions, the pressure on Netflix to align its content with traditional values intensifies. The ongoing debate underscores the broader cultural clash over media content and its impact on young audiences, with many advocating for a return to family-friendly programming that respects parental concerns.
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