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1. Black Mirror season 7 — On Netflix April 10, 2025

Black Mirror is finally back and the new episodes promise to be just as crazy as the stories everyone's already obsessed with — including a sequel to "USS Callister."

Black Mirror season 7 premieres April 10 and stars Peter Capaldi, Paul Giamatti, Jimmi Simpson, Michele Austin, Harriet Walter, Rashida Jones, Tracee Ellis Ross, Will Poulter, Chris O'Dowd, Billy Magnussen, Cristin Milioti, Osy Ikhile, Asim Chaudhry, Issa Rae, Awkwafina, Siena Kelly, Patsy Ferran, Emma Corrin, Ben Bailey Smith, Paul G Raymond, Rosy McEwen, Lewis Gribben, Milanka Brooks, Michael Workeye, Amber Grappy, James Nelson Joyce, Josh Finan, and Jay Simpson.

2. Ransom Canyon — On Netflix April 17, 2025

Three ranching families intersect in Ransom Canyon, which has all my favorite things: romance, drama, and horses. Not to mention the incredible cast!

Ransom Canyon premieres April 17 and stars Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, James Brolin, Eoin Macken, Lizzy Greene, Marianly Tejada, Jack Schumacher, Garrett Wareing, Andrew Liner, Jennifer Ens, Niko Guardado, Casey W. Johnson, Philip Winchester, Kate Burton, Brett Cullen, Tatanka Means, Jaren Robledo, Justin Johnson Cortez, and Kenneth Miller.

3. Stranger Things: The First Shadow — On Netflix April 22, 2025

While we all wait for Stranger Things 5 this year, tune into this prequel stage adaptation, which follows the Creel family in 1959 Hawkins.

Stranger Things: The First Shadow premieres April 22 and stars Louis McCartney, Rosie Benton, Alex Breaux, Andrew Hovelson, Alison Jaye, T.R. Knight, Gabrielle Nevaeh, and Burke Swanson.

4. Battle Camp — On Netflix April 23, 2025

All your favorite Netflix reality stars are competing in one giant reality competition — and their time is determined by a random, giant spinning wheel. And whoever becomes Netflix's ultimate reality competitor wins $250,000!

Battle Camp premieres April 23 and stars cast members from Love Is Blind, The Circle, Perfect Match, and even more Netflix shows.

5. You season 5 — On Netflix April 24, 2025

Joe is back for one last season of You — and this time, he promises it "is the last time" he's going to be tested by love. Yikes.

You season 5 premieres April 24 and stars Penn Badgley, Madeline Brewer, Anna Camp, Charlotte Richie, and Griffin Matthews.

6. Love On The Spectrum season 3 — On Netflix Now

This Netflix show follows a group of people on the autism spectrum as they navigate love and dating. And the series is so good, it's already Emmy-winning!

Love On The Spectrum season 3 premiered April 2 and stars Abbey, Madison, Adan, Connor, Dani, David, James, Madison, Pari, and Tanner.

7. Pulse — On Netflix Now

3rd year resident Danny Simms steps into leadership when Chief Resident Xander Phillips is suspended...right as a hurricane locks the hospital down. And all the secrets about Danny and Xander's relationship definitely aren't helping.

Pulse premiered April 3 and stars Willia Fitzgerald, Colin Woodell, Justina Machado, Jack Bannon, Jessie T. Usher, Jessy Yates, Chelsea Muirhead, Daniela Nieves, Néstor Carbonell, Jessica Rothe, Santiago Segura, Ash Santos, and Arturo Del Puerto.

8. Adolescence — On Netflix Now

13-year-old Jamie Miller becomes a suspect in one of his classmate's murders in this Netflix show. But the fact each episode is done in one shot is most shocking for a lot of viewers.

Adolescence stars Owen Cooper, Stephen Graham, Ashley Walters, and Erin Doherty.

9. Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer — On Netflix Now

Sex workers in New York City and Long Island had been disappearing when female remains were discovered in 2010. But questions remained until 2023, when corruption within the police force came to light.

Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer is on Netflix now and is directed by Liz Garbus.

1. Interstellar

Christopher Nolan's Interstellar is a sci-fi epic that explores survival, sacrifice, and the unknown of space. Set in a future where Earth is becoming uninhabitable, the film follows former NASA pilot Cooper, played by Matthew McConaughey, as he embarks on a mission through a wormhole to find a new home for humanity.

If you missed this blockbuster 2014 movie before it left Netflix on April 1, don't worry. You can still catch it on Peacock, Paramount+, and Prime Video.

2. Happy Feet

Happy Feet quickly became a heartwarming childhood classic after it premiered in 2006. The animated film tells the story of Mumble, an emperor penguin who, unlike his peers, can't carry a tune. However, he makes up for it with his top-notch tap-dancing skills.

As Mumble struggles to fit in, his story teaches viewers about self-acceptance and embracing individuality. Happy Feet departed Netflix on April 1 but is available on Apple TV and Prime Video.

3. Rush Hour

Rush Hour is an action-comedy movie that pairs martial arts legend Jackie Chan with Chris Tucker for a ridiculously funny adventure. The plot centers around the kidnapping of a Chinese diplomat's daughter in Los Angeles, prompting a Hong Kong Detective named Lee, played by Jackie Chan, to be sent to the United States.

Yet, the FBI doesn't want anything to do with Lee, so they stick him with eccentric LAPD Detective Carter, played by Chris Tucker. Even though the pair has their differences, they wind up learning to work together in order to crack the case.

Unfortunately, all three Rush Hour movies are no longer on Netflix as of April 1. To catch up on this film series, rent them on Prime Video.

4. Love Actually

Love Actually came out over two decades ago, in 2003, but despite its age, the movie has remained a holiday favorite. It weaves together nine interconnecting stories that explore the many forms of love.

From a newly elected prime minister, played by Hugh Grant, falling for a junior staffer to a sister struggling to balance family and romance, the plot captures both the joys and complexities of relationships.

If you missed this feel-good film before it said goodbye to Netflix, you can still find it on Prime Video and Apple TV.

5. Space Jam

Space Jam is a '90s classic that brought together basketball legend Michael Jordan and the iconic Looney Tunes.

When an evil alien theme park owner named Swackhammer sends his minions to capture Bugs Bunny and the rest of the gang to serve as an attraction at the park, Bugs challenges them to a basketball game to win their freedom. The stakes get tougher when the aliens steal the skills of NBA stars like Charles Barkley and Larry Bird, so Michael Jordan steps in to help.

Space Jam may have vanished from Netflix, but it's still available to stream on Hulu, Paramount+, Prime Video, and Apple TV.

6. A Quiet Place Part II

This gripping sequel, which came out in 2020, thrusts viewers back into the post-apocalyptic world created by John Krasinski, who wrote, directed, and co-produced the film. There, silence is key to survival because blind aliens that hunt by sound have taken over.

In A Quiet Place Part II, Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Millicent Simmons, and Noah Jupe appear in the same roles, along with newcomers Cillian Murphy and Djimon Hounsou. Be sure to watch it before it leaves Netflix on April 12, or catch it later on Paramount+, Prime Video, and Apple TV.

7. Hereditary

Written and directed by Ari Aster, Hereditary is a psychological horror that earned its place as a modern classic. In fact, it boasts a 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which isn't easy to come by.

Hereditary follows a family who, after the death of their secretive grandmother, start experiencing eerie and unsettling events. This film is set to leave Netflix on April 15, and following its departure, you can watch it on Prime Video and Apple TV.

8. The Legend of Korra

The world quickly fell in love with Avatar: The Last Airbender when it was first released in 2005. The Legend of Korra is a continuation and centers around a fearless girl named Korra, who steps into her role as the new Avatar.

Set 70 years after Aang's time, Korra arrives in Republic City to master airbending when she finds herself caught in the middle of political unrest and a rising anti-bending movement.

The Legend of Korra features stunning animations and complex themes, but sadly, all four seasons of the show are leaving Netflix on April 16. After that, you can watch them on Paramount+, Prime Video, or Apple TV.

9. No Hard Feelings

No Hard Feelings is a raunchy yet surprisingly heartwarming comedy that stars Jennifer Lawrence as Maddie, a woman on the verge of losing her childhood home. So, she takes on an unusual job: dating a shy, awkward 19-year-old, played by Andrew Barth Feldman, to help him break out of his shell before college.

This rom-com is filled with sharp humor, but it'll no longer be on Netflix following April 21. Stream it before then or catch it afterward on Prime Video and Apple TV.

10. Minions

Finally, Minions, which came out in 2015, is actually a prequel to the 2010 film Despicable Me. It follows the yellow creatures as they search for a new villain to serve, ultimately landing on Scarlet Overkill.

Minions is an enjoyable watch for people of all ages. Catch it before it leaves Netflix on April 25, or find it afterward on Prime Video and Apple TV.

1. How I Met Your Mother

It's natural to have flawed characters in TV series, but one How I Met Your Mother character in particular, Barney Stinson, is especially problematic. Portrayed by Neil Patrick Harris, Barney is known for being manipulative and casually misogynistic.

For instance, he has a "playbook" of pick-up lines, regularly lies to women just to sleep with them, and perpetuates toxic masculinity. Barney's behavior might've been able to snag some laughs back in the day, but his disrespectful actions wouldn't be so well-received by audiences in 2025.

2. Two and a Half Men

Two and a Half Men continues to air on TV and stream across platforms, but that doesn't mean its premise isn't controversial.

Charlie Sheen plays Charlie Harper, a man who routinely treats women as objects for his own pleasure and perpetuates harmful gender stereotypes. Not to mention, Charlie's behavior is showcased in front of his young nephew, Jake, who becomes privy to situations that are way too mature for a kid.

Sure, there is humor in the tension between Charlie and his brother, Alan. Nonetheless, the line between comedy and inappropriate content is definitely blurred.

3. Ugly Betty

Both the title and plot of Ugly Betty probably wouldn't hold up if it were released today. The show revolves around Betty Suarez, played by America Ferrera, who is a smart, ambitious, and kind-hearted young woman. However, since she wears glasses, has braces, and doesn't follow fashion trends, she's deemed "ugly" and deals with constant ridicule after landing a job at a fashion magazine.

It's undeniable that Ugly Betty is packed with both funny and heartfelt moments. Nonetheless, the way the show treats Betty's looks and reinforces harmful beauty standards feels super outdated in our more body-positive and inclusive era.

4. That 70's Show

When you think of That 70's Show, you might picture the classic bell-bottom-wearing friend group sitting around, surrounded by clouds of smoke. Compared to how the character Fes, played by Wilmer Valderrama, was treated, the underage drug use seems relatively tame.

As the "foreign exchange student," Fes is not only given a name that reduces him to being an outsider, but a lot of the humor surrounding his character also just relies on racist stereotypes. That 70's Show might've intended to be lighthearted, but it's tough to imagine a modern sitcom leaning on so many old tropes.

5. Everybody Loves Raymond

Despite being a funny character, Ray Barone, played by Ray Romano, reinforces problematic gender roles in Everybody Loves Raymond.

He comes off as a passive husband who typically sides with his mother over his wife, leaving his wife to shoulder much of the emotional labor and household chores. This old-fashioned family dynamic feels especially inappropriate today when modern sitcoms are trying to challenge these old stereotypes.

6. The Big Bang Theory

The initial appeal of The Big Bang Theory centered around nerd culture being quirky and odd, but today, this kind of "otherness" just isn't considered funny anymore.

Each character also has their own specific issues, with Raj's selective mutism being played for laughs, Penny embodying the "dumb blonde" stereotype, and Sheldon's behavior that's exaggerated for comedic effect. In 2025, this sitcom seems repetitive and shallow since it leans too heavily on stereotypes.

7. Home Improvement

When it comes to Home Improvement, this show pushed a traditional narrative where men are defined by their roles as the breadwinners and having handyman skills; meanwhile, a woman's value is tied to her appearance and household duties.

Tim Taylor, played by Tim Allen, is a one-dimensional character whose storyline almost totally revolves around his role as the host of "Tool Time," a fictional TV show. Not to mention, there's the "Tool Time girl," a woman whose sole purpose is to stand and look attractive while introducing Tim and his co-host. The lack of depth and outdated gender tropes make Home Improvement a tough watch today.

8. According to Jim

On a similar note, the show According to Jim features a father, played by Jim Belushi, who embodies traditional gender roles. His behavior doesn't fit the mold of the typical sitcom dad, though, since Jim is always lying to his wife and sister, interrupting others, and acting just plain rude.

In hindsight, Jim's character perpetuates misogyny and being overly macho, something that probably wouldn't fly if made today.