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Netflix Defends Its Original Series Performance

Updated 2026-07-16 21:40 UTC 1 source Positive

Ted Sarandos of Netflix argues that the streamer’s original series are not suffering a sophomore slump, claiming improvements in their second seasons. This comes as some shows like Beef and The Four Seasons return for their second seasons with lower ratings.

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Ted Sarandos Says Netflix’s Sophomore Series Slump Snag Is Actually Improving

Netflix is hitting back at the idea that its original series are suffering a sophomore slump, claiming that it has actually improved the situation. The streamer has seen a number of shows including Beef, The Four Seasons and A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder returning for their second seasons with lower

2026-07-16 21:32 UTC