50 Cent mocks “Stranger Things” after Diddy docuseries tops Netflix charts

Rapper and producer 50 Cent has reacted publicly to the strong performance of the Netflix docuseries Sean Combs: The Reckoning, using the moment to mock the streaming platform’s flagship series, Stranger Things.

The comments were shared via Instagram and were later circulated by multiple media outlets.

According to viewership figures reported for Netflix, the first volume of the final season of Stranger Things drew approximately 23.6 million views in its first week. Sean Combs: The Reckoning, which examines allegations and controversies surrounding music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, reportedly reached 21.8 million views within its first six days on the platform.

In an Instagram repost, 50 Cent appeared to compare the two projects, referencing the reported production budget of Stranger Things while highlighting the rapid success of the Diddy-focused docuseries. While the comparison was made humorously, it underscored the strong audience interest in the documentary.

50 Cent has repeatedly stated that he does not have a personal feud with Combs, though he has frequently commented on the controversies surrounding him. The docuseries’ success has also generated criticism, with some arguing that it exploits sensitive subject matter for entertainment.

The project has drawn reactions from several public figures, including actor and comedian Marlon Wayans, who previously criticized 50 Cent for what he described as negative cultural impact. The two later de-escalated their online exchange, with Wayans saying he chose to focus on positivity and upcoming projects.

Despite the mixed reactions, Sean Combs: The Reckoning remains one of Netflix’s most-watched recent releases, reinforcing 50 Cent’s growing influence as a television producer as well as a prominent voice in hip-hop media commentary.