Actor Andrew Briedis Reacts as Netflix Deletes Kimmy Schmidt Finale

URGENT UPDATE: Actor Andrew Briedis has expressed his dismay after discovering that the interactive special Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt: Kimmy vs the Reverend was quietly removed from Netflix in May 2023. Briedis took to TikTok to voice his frustration, declaring, “Netflix removed me from Netflix. I have been fired from Netflix.”

In a candid video, Briedis revealed that he only learned of the show’s removal months later, leaving him “so bummed out.” The special served as the conclusion to the beloved sitcom, and Briedis emphasized the impact of its absence: “You watch all of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and you wanna know how it ends? You can’t see it.”

The actor lamented not only the loss of the show but also the financial repercussions for himself and his fellow cast members. “I’m not gonna get any money from this anymore,” he stated, highlighting the loss of residuals that many performers rely on for ongoing income. The removal of the special means that Briedis and others will no longer receive these essential paychecks.

Briedis humorously noted the technical challenges Netflix faces, stating, “Our servers can’t handle it anymore,” in reference to the platform’s shift away from interactive content. He also mentioned that other interactive titles, including a Black Mirror episode, have also been pulled, signaling a significant change in Netflix’s content strategy as it pivots towards gaming.

The actor paid tribute to his co-stars, including Tituss Burgess and Daniel Radcliffe, praising their performances and expressing disappointment that their work is no longer accessible. “It’s gone. Gone!” he exclaimed, capturing the collective sentiment of fans and former cast members alike.

Viewers reacted strongly to Briedis’s TikTok, with many expressing confusion and disappointment over Netflix’s decision. One commenter lamented, “Oh wow I was planning on watching this show. Guess I’ll hold off until Netflix gets their stuff together.” Another remarked, “I just do not understand Netflix or their business model at all,” echoing widespread confusion about the platform’s direction.

Earlier this year, reports indicated that Netflix was discontinuing its final interactive offerings as part of a broader strategy to focus on gaming. According to IGN, “These two titles are the last interactive projects available on the platform, so it’s clear that this marks an end of an era for Netflix” regarding this type of programming.

Briedis’s reaction has sparked a conversation about the future of interactive content on streaming platforms and the implications for artists. As Netflix continues to evolve, the impact on creators and audiences alike remains a critical point of discussion.

WHAT’S NEXT: Fans and industry watchers will be keen to see how Netflix adjusts its content strategy moving forward and whether other interactive offerings will face a similar fate. Briedis’s video highlights the importance of viewer engagement and the emotional connection audiences have with their favorite shows.