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Netflix’s aggressive efforts to acquire and nurture high-profile YouTube talent won’t slow down anytime soon. The latest channel to join the streaming giant’s ever-growing lineup is The bestthe hugely popular collaborative project from social media stars Mackenzie Turner and Lyle Hansen. A collection of their episodes is scheduled to premiere on Netflix sometime in October 2026.
If you are not familiar The bestSure, your kids or teens will too. The Canadian-born dynamic duo, known for their Roblox role-playing, lively vlogs, and wild challenges, have built a dedicated fanbase since launching their joint channel.
How big is it? At the time of publication, The best The YouTube channel boasts an impressive 3.26 million subscribers. And this is just their joint project! Mackenzie Turner is a digital force in her own right, with over 5 million followers on TikTok, and another 2.6 million subscribers on her personal account. Mackenzie turner roblox Huge channel and footprint on Instagram. Her co-host and real-life best friend, Lyle Hansen, also has a large solo following, with over 1.17 million YouTube subscribers on her main channel, along with hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok and Instagram.
Here’s what you can expect from their new show on Netflix:
Creators and best friends Mackenzie Turner and Lil Hansen host spooky sleepovers with spooky games, spooky guests and 3 a.m. horrors.
Given the scary synopsis, an October release window makes perfect sense. We’re still waiting for a specific premiere date from Netflix, but we’re guaranteed it will drop in time for Halloween.
Next in a long line of YouTube stars
As we have covered extensively, The best Followed in A A long-running series of YouTube shows and stars that have moved to Netflix.
While this trend goes back to early Netflix experiments like Miranda Sings Haters back off! Or the huge viral success of the takeover CocomelonThe pipeline has been fully charged over the past year. Instead of simply buying back catalogs, Netflix has actively shifted its strategy to partnering with the biggest online creators for exclusive seasons and daily releases.
Throughout 2026 alone, Netflix has licensed and acquired a massive catalog of YouTube hits. Among the most prominent channels and content creators who have made this leap this year are the following:
- Rhett and Link – In one of their biggest creator deals to date, the legendary online duo have just introduced their popular daily show Good morning legendary for Netflix on September 7, 2026. Under the Mythical Entertainment banner, they are now releasing new episodes on Netflix daily and every day with YouTube, along with favorites. Legendary cuisine and Last meals.
- Amazing digital circus – Independent animation company GLITCH has a unique deal this year to stream new episodes on Netflix the same day they premiere on YouTube.
- Mrs. Rachel – The preschool star has joined Netflix’s lineup with batches of episodes dropping throughout the year.
- Danny go! And Chuzhou TV – The Hindi juggernaut’s live dance and children’s song series brought their explosive energy to the streaming device earlier this year.
- Mark Robert & First We Celebrate – Science creator Mark Robert joined Netflix’s lineup this year, while the streamer also took aim at highly targeted shows like Hot.
- In addition to others such as Salish and Jordan Matter, Stock Twins!and many more, including all titles from digital publishers in “Liberation of culture“And more adult-focused titles like Kill TonyIn addition Many, many podcasts.
Netflix knows that Generation Z and Generation Alpha spend a significant portion of their screen time on YouTube. By bringing well-known and highly-followed creators like Mackenzie and Lael — and internet tentpoles like Rhett and Link — into the fold, Netflix is ensuring this key demographic is kept locked into its platform.
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