Netflix Denies 'Ludicrous' Link Between The Gentlemen Post and Kirk Assassination Anniversary

Key points

• On Sept. 10, 2026, Netflix UK & Ireland posted images from The Gentlemen Season 2 with the caption 'Nearly did himself a neck injury.'
• The post coincided with the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10, 2025.
• Conservative figures and users accused Netflix of mocking Kirk’s death, with some threatening to cancel subscriptions.
• Netflix denied the connection, stating the post referenced a plot point from The Gentlemen, which launched its second season on Sept. 3, 2026.
• A Netflix spokesperson called the allegations 'inaccurate and ludicrous' in statements to Fox News and Metro.

Background

This controversy follows a broader pattern of media disputes over Charlie Kirk’s assassination, including the Washington Post’s reinstatement of writer Karen Attiah after she was fired for social media posts about Kirk. The current incident highlights ongoing tensions between entertainment platforms and conservative groups over perceived mockery or insensitivity regarding Kirk’s death.

How outlets are covering it

Fox News and Metro emphasized the backlash from conservative figures, including Libs of TikTok and former LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt, who accused Netflix of mocking Kirk. Consequence framed the incident as a 'MAGA freak out' over a misunderstanding, noting the post had no connection to Kirk. All sources agreed Netflix denied the link, but Fox and Metro focused more on the anger of critics, while Consequence highlighted the absurdity of the accusation.

Why it matters

The incident underscores how easily social media posts can be misinterpreted in the context of high-profile political tragedies, leading to public backlash and corporate responses. It also reflects the ongoing sensitivity around Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the polarized reactions it continues to provoke in media and entertainment spaces.

What to watch

Netflix has not indicated whether it will remove the post, though it remains viewable as of Sept. 10. Conservative groups may continue to pressure Netflix or other platforms over perceived insensitivity. The case may influence how entertainment companies handle social media content near sensitive anniversaries or political events.