50 Cent’s documentary “The Reckoning” has surpassed “Stranger Things” on Netflix, claiming the #1 spot on the streaming platform.
The documentary explores Diddy’s rise and fall through interviews, footage, and testimonies from former Bad Boy artists, covering topics such as abuse allegations and the East Coast-West Coast rivalry.
Despite initial doubts from the director, the documentary garnered nearly 22 million views in just six days, showcasing the mainstream appeal of Hip-Hop stories.
50 Cent confidently predicted the success of the documentary, even surpassing his expectations by dethroning “Stranger Things.”
The success of the documentary has led to industry-wide conversations about power, abuse, and accountability in the Hip-Hop industry, with former Bad Boy artists delivering powerful testimonies.
Netflix faced pressure from Diddy’s legal team to not release the series, labeling it a “hit piece” meant to damage Diddy before his trial, a claim that 50 Cent dismissed.
The documentary’s success highlights the ability of real-life Hip-Hop drama to compete with scripted series like “Stranger Things” on mainstream streaming platforms.
