Published 17:03 IST, September 8th 2020
'That '70s Show' off Netflix; fans react to viral news, ask 'Why does it hurt so much?'
Netflix hasn’t renewed its license of 'That '70s Show' and unfortunately, it has been taken down from the site. Fans ignited Twitter as the news went viral
OTT platform Netflix streams several iconic sitcoms and many spectators use the platform to binge-watch classics from the 90s and early 2000s. One such show that has been lauded by fans is That ‘70s Show, which was one of the longest-running Fox sitcom's on the life of teenage Eric Forman and his friends. However, there is bad news for those who religiously follow the show. Netflix hasn’t renewed its license of the show and unfortunately, it has been taken down from the site.
While there were rumours that the show has been dropped by the site, the move has created quite a stir on Twitter. As soon as the show was removed, a massive blow from the hardcore fans of the sitcom was witnessed on social media.
Fans express disappointment
Many expressed their disappointment by sharing iconic stills and scenes of the series, while others summed up their feelings by posting character Eric Forman’s sad moments. Given its popularity, fans have been taken aback by the decision of Netflix. Curious fans were also seen asking reasons for its removal, while some conveyed how That ‘70s Show has shaped their lives and become a part of their daily schedule. Not only gifs and memes, but one fan also recorded the very moment when the show was discarded from Netflix’s catalogue. Check out their reactions here:
About That ‘70s Show
Created by Mark Brazill, Terry Turner and Bonnie Tunner, That ‘70s Show is an American television sitcom that aired on Fox between 1998-2006. The series focuses on the lives of a group of six teenage friends who live in Point Place, Wisconsin. The multi-starrer series features Topher Grace, Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, Danny Masterson, Wilmer Valderrama, Laura Prepon and Lisa Robin Kelly in pivotal roles. Set in the 1970s, the comedy show essays their quirky friendship, mishaps and memories of growing up together by valuing each other. IMDb has rated the series with 8.1 stars out of 10.
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Updated 17:03 IST, September 8th 2020