Three Iconic Comedy Classics Are Leaving Netflix at the End of November

Netflix is preparing to remove three well-loved comedy films as November closes, and fans have only a short window left to stream them before they disappear. The removals will take place on Nov. 30, which means Sunday is the final day to watch these titles on the platform.

The first major title leaving is Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, the 1997 spy-spoof that launched an entire franchise. The film stars Mike Myers as both the flamboyant British spy Austin Powers and his arch-nemesis, Dr. Evil, delivering a parody of classic James Bond tropes and 1960s pop culture.

The movie follows Powers and Dr. Evil as they are cryogenically frozen and later revived in the modern world, allowing their rivalry to continue across decades. Myers not only stars but also serves as co-producer and writer, adding personal comedic flair to the character and the film’s tone.

Directed by Jay Roach, the movie features a cast that includes Elizabeth Hurley, Michael York, Robert Wagner, Mindy Sterling, Seth Green, and Mimi Rogers. The film earned $67.7 million at the box office on a budget between $16.5 million and $18 million, and it received generally positive reviews.

It has since been labeled one of the best comedy films ever made, gaining a massive following and spawning two sequels: Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999) and Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002). Both sequels are also scheduled to leave Netflix on Sunday, making this the last chance to stream the entire trilogy.

The second comedy on its way out is Billy Madison, the 1995 breakout hit starring Adam Sandler. The film follows the childish but wealthy Billy, who is forced to repeat grades 1 through 12 to prove he is capable of inheriting his father’s hotel empire.

The cast includes Bradley Whitford, Josh Mostel, Bridgette Wilson, Norm Macdonald, and Darren McGavin, with memorable uncredited appearances by Steve Buscemi and Chris Farley. Sandler co-wrote the screenplay with Tim Herlihy, and the film was directed by Tamra Davis.

Billy Madison debuted at No. 1 at the North American box office and went on to earn $26.4 million. Despite mixed critical reception at the time, the movie developed a strong cult following, becoming one of Sandler’s most recognized and quoted works. More about the movie’s history and cultural impact can be found on its official Universal Pictures page for fans wanting additional context.

The third film set to leave is the beloved 1988 romantic comedy Coming to America, directed by John Landis. Based on a story created by Eddie Murphy, the movie centers on Prince Akeem Joffer, heir to the throne of the fictional African nation Zamunda, who travels to the United States to find a woman who loves him for who he is, not his royal status.

Murphy and Arsenio Hall take on multiple roles throughout the film, showcasing their versatility alongside supporting performances from James Earl Jones, John Amos, Madge Sinclair, and Shari Headley. Written by David Sheffield and Barry W. Blaustein, the film was a huge box office success, earning between $288.8 million and $350 million worldwide on a $36 million budget.

The movie received positive reviews and remains one of Murphy’s most iconic works. A sequel titled Coming 2 America was released in March 2021 and is available to stream for free on Prime Video, which you can visit at amazon.com/primevideo.

With all three of these classics leaving Netflix on Nov. 30, fans only have the weekend to revisit them before they vanish from the streaming lineup.