Netflix is saying goodbye toVoltron: Legendary Defenderon December 7th, a departure that has left fans reeling. The beloved DreamWorks series, which revitalized theVoltronfranchise, has been a staple on the platform since its debut in 2016. The removal is becausethe licensing agreement between DreamWorks Animation and Netflix is expiring. While discussions for renewal are ongoing, nothing has been finalized, meaning fans might soon lose their convenient streaming access to all eight action-packed seasons of the series.
This potential loss is the end of an era for fans who have come to associateVoltronwith Netflix. Despite the first six seasons being available on Amazon Prime for purchase, the final two seasons will become harder to access. WithVoltron: Legendary Defendernot being a Netflix-produced or Netflix original show, its licensing expiration could mean that it might migrate to another streaming service, a move that could lose viewers.
Why Voltron’s Departure Hurts Fans
Voltron’s Netflix Exit And What It Means For Viewers
The upcoming removal ofVoltron: Legendary Defendermeans more than just the loss of a show, it isa huge disruption to the fans of the series. For many, Netflix was a one-stop shop to binge the beloved series, offering easy access to the show’s entire storyline. This convenience is now in jeopardy, with seasons split across different platforms for purchase or possibly unavailable altogether.
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The show’s departure from Netflix may also cause it to lose fans, who might be less inclined to find the series scattered across multiple streaming services. Long-time fans will also have difficulties re-watchingVoltroncompletely without subscribing to multiple platforms, which is sometimes just not possible. The communal experience of streaming and discussing the show on Netflix may fade, causing many fans to lose interest and drop the show altogether.
What Comes Next For Voltron
A New Chapter For The Legendary Defender
WhileVoltron: Legendary Defendermight be leaving Netflix, it does not mean that it is lost forever. DreamWorks Animation still has the freedom to license the series to another streaming platform if discussions with Netflix fall through. This means that fans might see the show resurface somewhere else soon, potentially with a new wave of promotions or added features.
The timing of this shift is coincidental but important because it coincides with the production ofa long-awaited live-actionVoltronfilm. While unrelated to Netflix’s license expiration, the film’s development could reignite interest in the franchise, bringing in new viewers. Fans will need to keep an eye out for announcements aboutVoltron’sfuture, whether on another streaming service or through special physical releases.
As fans await more official news from theVoltron: Legendary Defenderteam, the clock is ticking for one last binge. With 75 episodes to watch before December 7th, many are gearing up for an emotional goodbye.
Voltron: Legendary Defender
Cast
Voltron: Legendary Defender is an animated TV series from DreamWorks Animation and Netflix. The series is part of the long-running Voltron franchise that began in the mid-’80s. Legendary Defender again focuses on robot pilots who defend the galaxy against King Zarkon and his evil alien forces. The series ran for eight seasons between 2016 and 2018.
