Amazon is reportedly considering removing the immensely popular 1970s series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its streaming library as it reviews its content offerings in the wake of racial tensions and protests happening throughout the U.S.
The TV series ran on CBS for seven seasons from 1979 until 1985. It follows the adventures of Bo and Luke Duke, who create mischief in their fictional small town of Hazzard County, Ga. The show has been criticized over the years, specifically for the boys’ well-known car, The General Lee, which is emblazoned with a confederate flag on the roof.
As a result, Bloomberg reports that the popular streaming service is thinking about removing it so as not to court any controversy with the ongoing movement happening throughout the U.S. Amazon currently offers “The Dukes of Hazzard” both for free on its ad-supported streaming service, IMDB TV, as well as for sale on the Amazon store.
Representatives for Amazon did not immediately respond to Fox News’ request for comment.
In 2015, TV Land pulled “Dukes of Hazzard” reruns.
The move would be in line with a recent decision made by HBO Max, which removed the Oscar-winning Civil War film “Gone with the Wind” from its library as a result of heightened racial tensions sparked by the death of George Floyd in police custody in Minneapolis. Minn. on May 25. – READ MORE
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