Netflix Revives Beloved Hacker Classic Series Just Hours After Axing 3 Fan Favorite Shows, Know All About It

Published 07/04/2025, 9:05 AM EDT

Netflix just updated its vault and added a mind-bending TV phenomenon that flew under the radar for far too long. Stylish, cerebral, and years ahead of its time, this series blends psychological thrills with razor-sharp drama, drawing audiences into a world where reality is always up for debate. It is the kind of show that does not just entertain — it rewires the way one thinks. Whether viewers missed it during its original run or are ready for a second deep dive, now is the perfect time to subscribe to Netflix and fall into one of the most addictive rabbit holes.

Netflix’s revival of this small-screen classic could not have come at a better time, as the streamer had only recently axed three fan favorites. 

Netflix rebounds from cancellations with a cult-favorite hacker drama

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Earlier this week, Netflix shocked fans by axing Pulse and The Residency after only one season and putting No Good Deed on indefinite hold. The streamer, however, as always, had greater plans for itself. Hence, only hours after the cancellation announcement, it notified its users about adding one of USA Network's most iconic hacker shows to its roster. The show in discussion is the Rami Malek and Christian Slater starrer Mr. Robot. While the former plays a cybersecurity engineer who hacks felons by night in the offering, the latter plays the titular character who hires him to ruin his company.

Malek’s turn as Elliot Alderson won him an Emmy Award for Best Actor in a Drama. The show is also a Golden Globe Award winner, which only adds to its appeal, making it one of the must-watch series for thriller fans. All four seasons of it are now streaming on Netflix. Fans aware of the trend involving USA Network offerings finding a new home on Netflix are anticipating the show to follow in the footsteps of Suits.

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A modest critical and commercial hit during its TV run, all nine seasons of Suits landed on Netflix for streaming in mid-2023. On the streaming giant, the IP — starring Meghan Markle, Sarah Rafferty, Gabriel Macht, Rick Hoffman, Patrick J. Adams, and more — quickly became a sensation, topping Nielsen’s rating charts for a record twelve weeks. Additionally, it became Netflix’s most-watched acquired series in a single week. Mr. Robot, for the record, though a cult favorite, was not the most-watched TV show, much like the legal drama. With its Netflix acquisition now, fans hope for it to gain widespread acclaim.

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With its gripping narrative, revered direction, and standout performances, Mr. Robot, according to fans, has all the ingredients to captivate binge-watchers. Like Suits, it blends a character-driven premise with a distinct world — only this one trades courtrooms for code and chaos. As viewers chase their next streaming fix, Mr. Robot is perfectly primed to spark a new wave of obsession.

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Seema Sinha

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Seema is an entertainment journalist with a bachelor's and master's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication. She has previously contributed to the Hollywood verticals of renowned media houses, covering everything from global cinema to celebrity culture. With research-driven storytelling and a creative flair, she brings both head and heart to the world of entertainment writing.

Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra

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