Netflix executive changes and job cuts

Netflix replaces content chief and plans largest layoffs since 2022 amid growth push.

2 stories181 sourcesUpdated Oct 16, 2026

In this storyline:Bela Bajaria Ted Sarandos Peter Rice

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Oct 16, 2026
Netflix plans to cut about 1,000 jobs, or 6% of its workforce.
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Oct 16, 2026
Netflix named ex-Disney executive Peter Rice to replace content chief Bela Bajaria effective Oct. 26.
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Netflix to Cut 1,000 Jobs, 6% of Workforce

Netflix is reportedly planning its largest layoffs since 2022, with reports estimating cuts of roughly 5% to 6% of its workforce—about 800 to 1,000 jobs—as the company seeks to improve growth. Netflix has not confirmed the reports, which come ahead of its third-quarter earnings report.

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Netflix Names Peter Rice to Replace Bela Bajaria

Day after a memo cutting about 1,000 jobs (6%, largest since 2022), Netflix replaced content chief Bela Bajaria with ex-Disney exec Peter Rice, effective Oct. 26.

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