Movies and Shows Leaving Netflix This Week Including Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘Sliding Doors’

Netflix frequently refreshes its streaming library, leading subscribers to bid farewell to several notable films and series each week. Keeping an eye on these departures is essential for viewers who want to catch titles they have lined up. This week, four diverse projects from various genres and eras are set to leave the platform. Audiences have a limited time left to enjoy these comedies, dramas, and thrillers before they vanish from the service.

‘Saturday Night’ (2024)

Directed by Jason Reitman, this biographical comedy-drama depicts the chaotic 90 minutes leading up to the debut of the very first broadcast of ‘Saturday Night Live’. The film captures the frantic energy, behind-the-scenes conflicts, and creative tensions that almost derailed the iconic late-night variety show before it aired. It features an ensemble cast portraying key figures like Lorne Michaels, Chevy Chase, and John Belushi during that pivotal night in 1975. This film is scheduled to officially leave the Netflix streaming catalog on July 24, 2026.

‘Welcome to the Family’ (2013)

This American sitcom centers on the unexpected clash of two culturally distinct families when their teenage children discover they are expecting a baby. The story explores how the parents, played by Mike O’Malley, Mary McCormack, Ricardo Chavira, and Justina Machado, must learn to navigate their differences for the sake of their future grandchild. Despite its brief run on NBC, the series found a secondary streaming audience drawn to its family-oriented humor. This comedy series is set to depart the Netflix platform on July 26, 2026.

‘Sliding Doors’ (1998)

This romantic drama features Gwyneth Paltrow as a young woman whose life diverges into two parallel universes based on whether she catches a specific London Underground train. The film contrasts these dual narratives to illustrate how seemingly minor, split-second decisions can drastically change the course of a person’s romantic relationships and career. Alongside Paltrow, the film includes performances by John Hannah, John Lynch, and Jeanne Tripplehorn. Viewers looking to experience this classic exploration of fate and coincidence have until July 26, 2026, before it leaves the service.

‘Smoking’ (2018)

Based on the manga series by Shinya Tashiro, this Japanese neo-noir drama follows a group of four homeless assassins who operate outside the law. Each member of this unique ensemble possesses a specialized, lethal skill that they use to target and eliminate criminals who evade conventional justice. The series delves into themes of vengeance, loyalty, and survival within Tokyo’s dark underbelly. This gripping crime thriller is set to exit the streaming platform on July 26, 2026.

Feel free to share your thoughts on which of these departing titles you plan to watch before they leave the platform in the comments.