It seems Netflix is quietly retreating from its interactive offerings, with just two titles left in its arsenal: Black Mirror: Bandersnatch and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs the Reverend. If you’ve yet to dive into these adventurous picks, now’s the time, as they’re slated for removal this coming Monday, May 12th. This news first broke via What’s on Netflix, and it’s sure to disappoint fans eager for unique viewing experiences.
Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, a remarkable extension of Charlie Brooker’s iconic anthology series Black Mirror, remains a landmark in interactive storytelling. Recently, the show celebrated its seventh season. As Variety highlighted, Bandersnatch features an astonishing 312 minutes of content—over five hours packed with paths and possibilities. Set against the backdrop of 1984, it follows a young programmer who starts to question the very fabric of reality while adapting a cryptic fantasy novel into a video game. Netflix describes it as a “mind-bending tale with multiple endings,” making it a staple for those craving a unique viewing experience. Interestingly, after Bandersnatch‘s debut, former VP of product Todd Yellin enthusiastically announced plans to invest further in interactive content, although he departed from the company in 2022.
Switching gears, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs the Reverend acts as a vibrant continuation of the beloved sitcom Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, created by the dynamic duo Tina Fey and Robert Carlock. This upbeat series ran for four memorable seasons on Netflix. The interactive special invites viewers to shape Kimmy’s fate as she prepares for her wedding while trying to thwart the Reverend’s sinister schemes. As Variety noted, Tina Fey herself previously expressed that this special was intended to “officially complete the series,” leaving fans grappling with the loss as it heads for the exit doors of the streaming platform.
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