It might have some of the saddest scenes in TV history, but fans of This is Us have something else to cry about – it’s being removed from Netflix next month. But what’s prompted the change?
Mark your calendars for July, 8, 2025 – that’s the last day you’ll be able to watch This is Us on Netflix. The binge-worthy TV show follows Kevin, Kate, and Randall, three siblings who go through unique personal struggles at different intervals of life. After a tragedy from their past hangs over them, they try to move forward and find happiness.
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As you can probably guess, it’s not exactly a cheery binge. Think the family and community aspect of Ginny & Georgia, Sweet Magnolias, and Virgin River, only with a lot more things to make you cry.
But soon, you won’t be able to watch it on the streaming service at all. Why is This is Us being removed from Netflix, and is there anywhere else you can watch it?
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Why is This is Us leaving Netflix?
This is Us is just one of many HBO and Disney shows leaving Netflix in the US, with shows coming to the end of their 24-month licensing agreement. Removals will begin as of July 2025.
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The full HBO removal list looks something like this:
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| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Insecure (Seasons 1–5) | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>July 3, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Going Clear: Scientology & the Prison of Belief | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>July 5, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Ballers (Seasons 1–5) | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>August 15, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Band of Brothers | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>September 15, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>The Pacific | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>September 15, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Six Feet Under (Seasons 1–5) | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>November 1, 2025 |
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The following Disney shows will also be removed too:
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| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>The Wonder Years | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>July 1, 2025 |
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| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>My Wife & Kids | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>August 5, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>The Resident | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>September 4, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>White Collar | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>October 1, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Reba | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>November 6, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Archer | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>November 13, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>How I Met Your Mother | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>December 3, 2025 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Lost | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>January 1, 2026 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Prison Break | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>January 29, 2026 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>The Hughleys | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>March 2, 2026 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>The Bernie Mac Show | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>July 1, 2026 |
| [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>Home Improvement | [data-cy=”ImageContainer”]]:block text-neutral-grey-50 dark:text-neutral-white border-b border-neutral-grey-15″>August 1, 2026 |
As HBO Max rebrands itself for the umpteenth time, it’s not surprising the streamer will want to enlarge its back catalog where possible. The same can be said for Disney+, adding more shows outside of the company’s IP to its platform in recent months.
How to watch This is Us on streaming
Don’t panic, you’ve still got a few options for how to watch This is Us on streaming. Both Hulu and Prime Video have Seasons 1-6 on their platforms, with Fandango at Home following suit.
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If you have one of the Hulu or Disney bundles, including Hulu, Disney, and Max or Hulu, Disney, and ESPN+, the show will also be included.
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If you don’t have a Hulu account, you’ll have to sign up for the platform’s seven-day free trial. The basic plan of Hulu with ads costs $7.99 per month, with Hulu without ads costing around $10 a month. On its own, Disney+ is around the same price, though doesn’t come with any free trial.
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As for the rest of the bundles, here’s what you need to know:
- Disney+ and Hulu Bundle (with ads) – $10.99 a month
- Disney+ and Hulu Bundle (without ads) – $19.99 a month
- Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ Bundle (with ads) – $16.99 per month
- Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ Bundle (without ads) – $26.99 per month
- Disney Plus, Hulu, and Max Bundle (with ads) – $16.99 every 30 days
- Disney Plus, Hulu, and Max Bundle (without ads) – $29.99 every 30 days
For more, check out new TV shows streaming this month, the best TV shows of the year so far, and anticipated 2025 releases you cannot miss.
