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Netflix Reportedly Axes Obama-Produced Show After 2 Seasons

Netflix Reportedly Axes Obama-Produced Show After 2 Seasons

Summary

Netflix has cancelled the show "Starting 5" after two seasons. The series, produced by Barack and Michelle Obama along with LeBron James, followed NBA players throughout a season but had low viewership compared to other sports documentaries on Netflix.

Key Facts

  • "Starting 5" was produced by Barack and Michelle Obama and LeBron James.
  • The show premiered in 2024 and followed five NBA players during a season.
  • Notable NBA players featured included LeBron James, Anthony Edwards, Kevin Durant, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
  • Season 1 had 4.6 million views from July to December 2024.
  • Viewership dropped to 1 million in the first half of 2025 for Season 2.
  • Netflix did not confirm the viewing numbers for "Starting 5".
  • The show will not have a third season, but the first two seasons remain available on Netflix.
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