Netflix Class Action Lawsuit: Streamer Sued Over Buffering, Glitches During Mike Tyson …

Netflix is currently facing a class action lawsuit due to streaming issues that occurred during the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul boxing match. The lawsuit was filed in Florida on November 21, 2024, and alleges that around 60 million households experienced persistent buffering problems while trying to watch the highly-anticipated fight.

The 13-page complaint claims that despite the excitement surrounding the match, Netflix was unprepared and the presentation of the fight was marred by constant buffering, making it difficult for viewers to enjoy the event. By 9:46 p.m. on the night of the fight, nearly 100,000 complaints had been posted online about the streaming problems.

The lawsuit alleges that Netflix failed to meet the standards agreed upon in their contracts with subscribers, resulting in a diminished value of the services provided. Despite the widespread streaming issues, Netflix has reportedly refused to address the problems or offer refunds to affected subscribers.

The class action lawsuit aims to cover all current Netflix subscribers in the United States who experienced buffering or access issues during the Tyson-Paul fight. Approximately 50 million individuals are estimated to be included in the proposed class.

If you were affected by the streaming issues during the fight and are a current Netflix subscriber, you may be part of the class covered by the lawsuit. It is important to note that there is typically no need to take action to join a lawsuit when it is first filed. Updates on any settlement related to this case will be provided by ClassAction.org.