For World Mental Health Day, Netflix and Mind Charity teamed up to bring an As Seen on Netflix pop-up store to London, where all proceeds will go to the mental health charity providing life-changing support and services like helplines and communities. At the pop-up—which will open its doors for a limited time in October—fans of various shows on the popular streaming service will be able to pick up everything from wardrobe items and memorabilia to props starting at just £1.
Fortunately for those who can't make it to the physical store opening, an online auction takes place on October 11th, making it possible to bid on sought-after items like original Witcher set drawings, the real Lady Whistledown papers from Bridgerton and more.
Charitable Streaming Service Pop-Ups
All Proceeds from 'As Seen on Netflix' Support Mental Health
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