GoKawiilNetflix to cut about 1,000 jobs, its largest layoffs since 2022
Netflix is cutting roughly 1,000 positions, about 6% of its workforce, which numbered around 16,000 last year, the Wall Street Journal reports. Co-CEOs Ted Sarandos and Greg Peters told staff in an email that the company must be disciplined about prioritizing resources while staying on track for its full-year forecast. The cuts follow Netflix's unsuccessful bid earlier this year to acquire Warner Bros., which ultimately went to Paramount Skydance.
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The layoffs come despite Netflix reporting $45.2 billion in 2025 revenue, suggesting the cuts reflect a strategic reshuffling rather than financial distress. The move may signal Netflix is reallocating resources toward newer ventures like gaming, podcasts and live sports as it seeks growth beyond traditional streaming content.
- Netflix is cutting about 1,000 jobs, roughly 6% of its workforce.
- It's the company's largest round of layoffs since 2022.
- The cuts follow Netflix's failed bid for Warner Bros. and come alongside continued revenue growth.
Source: engadget.com — Matt Tate, 2026-10-14
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