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Director Brian Helgeland’s pitch for a sequel to the 2001 film ‘A Knight’s Tale’ was rejected by Netflix based on algorithm data, which indicated that it would not be successful. Despite Netflix’s claims that algorithms don’t influence decision-making, data collected by its algorithms is used to evaluate the viability of ideas and influence renewals of television series. This reliance on algorithmic data raises concerns about the potential suppression of creative ideas and the prioritization of metrics over artistic merit.

Director Brian Helgeland has revealed that his sequel idea for the 2001 classic ‘A Knight’s Tale’ was rejected by Netflix based on algorithmic analysis. The pitch, involving William’s daughter disguising herself as a man to joust, failed to meet the streaming giant’s projected success criteria. Helgeland also shared another scrapped sequel concept that revolved around Count Adhemar kidnapping Jocelyn and a tattooed treasure map.

A Knight’s Tale, the beloved 2001 film, almost got a sequel on Netflix. However, the project fell through due to Sony’s lack of interest and Netflix’s algorithm indicating it would not be successful. Screenwriter Brian Helgeland had two ideas for the sequel: one following William’s nemesis, Count Adhemar, and another following William’s daughter, played by Geoffrey Chaucer.