The Man with 1000 Kids

NZ release: 03 July 2024

Content that may disturb, offensive language, sexual themes Rated on: 03 July 2024

The Man with 1000 Kids 2

What’s it about?

After donating to sperm banks across the world, Dutch Youtuber Jacob Meijer is now allegedly father to over 500 children. In this docuseries, Meijer’s dark motives for becoming a ‘serial sperm donor’ are uncovered.

The facts

  • Directed by Josh Allott
  • English language
  • Runtime: 3 episodes, ~40 minutes

Why did it get this rating?

This series was self-rated by Netflix. You can find out more about self-rating by streaming providers here.

Content that may disturb

This series is based around a “serial sperm donor” who decieved women and clinics about how many times he’d donated. The women interviewed share their experiences with the donor, and some of them explain how it has left them traumatised.

Discrimination

A racial statement is said when a man is quoted saying that he wants to “bleach Africa” with his mass sperm donations.

Offensive language

Phrases with offensive language like “don’t get me f**king started” and “f**ked up s**t” are used in reference to the main subject. Sexual language is also used including “jerks himself off.”

Sexual themes

There are discussions explaining sexual encounters.

In a re-enactment, you see a brief shot of the back of a man who is masturbating to make a sperm donation.

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