Overview

• The entire Twilight Saga, consisting of five films released between 2008 and 2012, is now streaming exclusively on Netflix U.S. as of May 2025.
• Netflix is developing an animated adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s 'Midnight Sun,' a retelling of the first book from Edward Cullen’s perspective, with Meyer serving as executive producer.
• The franchise, which grossed $3 billion globally, has become a cultural touchstone, sparking debates like Team Edward vs. Team Jacob and influencing early 2000s pop culture.
• Fans have humorously linked the saga’s streaming return to economic downturns, referencing its initial 2008 release during the Great Recession.
• The films are no longer available for free streaming and now require a Netflix subscription or on-demand purchase or rental.