Peacock abruptly removed all 20 seasons of “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” on December 30, 2025, leaving subscribers without warning or explanation. The move stranded fans mid-watch and sparked widespread frustration across social platforms.
Subscribers first noticed the change through an in-app countdown timer, which indicated less than 24 hours until deletion. No press release or customer alerts accompanied the action, prompting immediate backlash on Reddit and X. Users shared stories of interrupted binges, with some declaring the show their sole reason for maintaining a Peacock subscription.
Why Did Peacock Let Go?
Licensing rights expired, as Versant Media Group, the current owner following E!’s restructuring, chose not to renew with Peacock. The group retained the flexibility to seek better deals elsewhere, a common practice in the streaming industry. Peacock, which had positioned the show as a key attraction for three years, lost access without public negotiation or drama.
Launched in 2007 on E!, “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” ran for 20 seasons until 2021, elevating Kourtney, Kim, Khloé, Kendall, Kylie, and Kris Jenner to global stardom. Hulu executives have described it as a defining era of pop culture, one that influences entertainment beyond the family. When the Kardashians debuted their new Hulu series in 2022, the original episodes shifted to Peacock, solidifying its place in the platform’s lineup—until the sudden exit.
A Blackout Begins
From December 30, 2025, to February 17, 2026, the entire library was in limbo. Viewers turned to alternatives, such as purchasing seasons on Amazon Prime for $7.99 to $24.99 each or searching for clips on YouTube TV. This five-week gap highlighted the volatility of streaming, where expiring deals disrupt access and drive some users to drop services entirely.
Hulu announced on January 8, 2026, that it had acquired all 20 seasons of “Keeping Up With the Kardashians,” as well as spin-offs such as “Kourtney & Khloé Take Miami” and “Kourtney & Kim Take New York.” The content is scheduled to arrive on February 17, 2026. Hulu General Manager Lauren Tempest called it a homecoming, adding the original series to a platform already hosting the family’s current show, “The Kardashians.”
The Fragmented Universe
This shift fragments Kardashian viewing, with originals and new series available on Hulu, some spin-offs on Peacock, clips on YouTube TV, and purchase options on Amazon. Fans must navigate multiple subscriptions for a complete archive, mirroring broader industry trends where platforms prioritize exclusive control over shared convenience.
Hulu’s “The Kardashians,” which premiered in 2022, faced criticism with its Season 6 finale in April 2025. Critics labeled it as lacking substance, despite its promised drama, timing poorly with the original’s disappearance, and alienating core fans.
What Comes Next
At a Hulu event in April 2025, Disney Executive Vice President of Unscripted Programming Rob Mills revealed “Calabasas Behind the Gates,” a spinoff exploring the Kardashians’ gated community, executive-produced by Khloé Kardashian. She described it as very exciting and new. Such projects signal ongoing investment amid questions of sustained audience interest. Earlier deals, like Hulu’s 2020 pact valued under $100 million, reflect the family’s enduring market power in reality TV.
Peacock’s loss to Hulu exemplifies the consolidation of streaming services, with Disney centralizing its unscripted hits. Platforms increasingly secure full franchises to block competitors, leaving subscribers to adapt to shifting availability. For many, the original series provided reliable comfort, its removal a stark reminder that subscriptions grant temporary access, not permanence.
The stakes extend to viewer loyalty in platform battles. As rights migrate, fans must track dates like February 17 for Hulu’s launch, weigh the costs of multi-service subscriptions, or opt for ownership through purchases—underscoring the need for adaptability in an era of fluid content control.
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Parade – ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’ Quietly Disappears From Streaming Platform Peacock
Bollywood Shaadis – Why Did ‘Keeping Up With The Kardashians’ Leave Peacock
Hulu Press Release – Hulu Acquires Rights to All Seasons of “Keeping Up With the Kardashians”
Kardashian Dish – Keeping Up With The Kardashians Finds a New Home on Hulu
People – Khloé Kardashian Announces New Kardashians Hulu Spinoff Calabasas Behind the Gates
Collider – ‘The Kardashians’ Season 6 Finale Failed to Deliver