Netflix subscribers, mark your calendars: the erotic blockbuster that launched Dakota Johnson into stardom is leaving the streaming service in June 2026. Fifty Shades of Grey, the 2015 film based on E.L. James's bestselling novel, has been a staple on Netflix for years, but its time on the platform is coming to an end.
Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, the movie tells the story of Anastasia Steele (Johnson), a college graduate who enters a passionate and unconventional relationship with billionaire Christian Grey (Jamie Dornan). Despite being panned by critics—it holds a mere 25% score on Rotten Tomatoes—audiences flocked to theaters, making it a massive commercial success. Produced on a reported budget of $40 million, the film grossed approximately $570 million worldwide, earning over 14 times its production costs in just over a week.
The film's success revived interest in the erotic thriller genre, which had largely faded since the 1990s heyday of films like Basic Instinct and Fatal Attraction. While recent hits like The Housemaid have brought the genre back into the spotlight, Fifty Shades of Grey remains the highest-grossing erotic movie of all time, proving that millennial audiences have no qualms with on-screen intimacy.
The film's popularity led to two sequels, Fifty Shades Darker (2017) and Fifty Shades Freed (2018), both directed by James Foley. While neither sequel matched the original's box office haul—grossing $380 million and $370 million, respectively—they were still profitable, each made on a $55 million budget. However, critical reception was even harsher, with both sequels earning just 11% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Interestingly, the role of Christian Grey almost went to Charlie Hunnam, who reportedly dropped out at the last minute due to cold feet. Jamie Dornan stepped in and became synonymous with the character, though both he and Johnson have since moved on to other projects, rarely associating themselves with the trilogy.
All three Fifty Shades films are currently available to stream on Netflix in the United States, but they will be removed on June 1, 2026. If you haven't seen them yet—or want a rewatch—now is the time. For more on what's leaving Netflix soon, check out our list of other titles departing in June 2026.
While the Fifty Shades franchise may not be critically acclaimed, its cultural impact and box office success are undeniable. Whether you love it or hate it, this is your last chance to stream it on Netflix for the foreseeable future. Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more updates on streaming changes and entertainment news.
