Skyscraper Live: Netflix’s Continued Exploration of Live Events

Netflix has been stepping up its game with live events, but its latest Skyscraper Live show didn’t quite hit the mark. The event followed Alex Honnold as he conquered the Taipei 101 skyscraper without ropes, but viewers couldn’t get past the less-than-thrilling production and commentary.

While Netflix has had success with previous live events like boxing matches, Skyscraper Live fell short. The commentary, led by hosts like Elle Duncan, Seth Rollins, and Emily Harrington, was described as “insufferable” by viewers. They often interrupted Honnold with unnecessary comments, leaving viewers frustrated.

Critics didn’t hold back, with one Reddit user calling it “the worst live sports production” they’d ever seen. Many viewers were hoping to hear Honnold’s own commentary during the climb, but felt let down by the distracting and overproduced nature of the event.

This serves as a learning opportunity for Netflix. The platform may need to focus on toning down the glitz and considering its audience’s expectations for future live events. Let’s hope they take this feedback to heart and make improvements in the future.