Netflix's Appeal in 'Baby Reindeer' Defamation Case Faces Potential Dismissal

Netflix's attempt to appeal a ruling in Fiona Harvey's $170 million defamation lawsuit regarding "Baby Reindeer" is at risk. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued an order on October 6, 2026, suggesting it might lack jurisdiction. Netflix has 14 days to address this jurisdictional question or face dismissal of its appeal, which could lead the case to proceed to trial in federal district court.