Netflix, once again, is on a roll. The streaming giant racks up hits, dominates award shows, and captures global attention. All of this happens one series at a time. While the world is spoiled for choice with more than ten streaming platforms to explore, Netflix continues to reign supreme.
If you haven’t subscribed yet, you risk missing out on the very shows shaping pop culture today. From Squid Game and My Little Reindeer to The Crown, Wednesday, and Bridgerton, Netflix transforms fresh releases into instant classics.
The Phenomenon of Adolescence
Riding this unstoppable wave, Netflix constantly updates its “most popular shows” charts, introducing fans to the next big thing. This March, a game-changer exploded onto the scene: Adolescence.
Instantly, this British mini-series claimed the top spot in Netflix’s English-language rankings. In just 17 days, it pulled in close to 100 million views. As a result, this jaw-dropping milestone solidifies its place among the top 10 most-watched series in Netflix’s history.
What Makes Adolescence Unmissable?
For starters, its innovative direction sets it apart. Told in four gripping episodes, the entire mini-series unfolds in real time, shot in uninterrupted sequence. Viewers are drawn straight into the action, following every tense moment as it happens.
The plot doesn’t hold back, either. When a 13-year-old boy is arrested for the murder of a classmate, the story forgoes any guessing games. He’s the culprit.
Instead, the police and the audience are left hunting for his motive, and the chilling suspense will stay with you long after the final credits roll.
Beyond its bold storytelling, Adolescence stands out for its timely and thought-provoking themes. Created by Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham, this mini-series dives deep into the troubling rise of masculinist and “incel” ideologies.
If you’re unfamiliar, “incel” stands for “involuntary celibate,” a movement sparked by men blaming women for their romantic frustrations. Consequently, it has led to tragic consequences that have already struck the U.S. and the U.K.
The Most Viewed Series on Netflix
Wednesday, by Tim Burton and starring Jenna Ortega, remains the most-watched series in Netflix history to this day. Since its release in December 2022, it has held steady at the top. The question on everyone’s mind is whether season 2, eagerly awaited by subscribers, will come close to its record-breaking success.
Stranger Things claims the second and tenth spots, with seasons 4 and 3, respectively. Monster: The Story of Jeffrey Dahmer takes the final spot on the podium.
Bridgerton makes a notable appearance twice in the ranking: season 1 at number 4 and season 2 at number 6. Unbeatable since 2020, The Queen’s Gambit occupies the 5th spot. Recent hits like season 1 of The Night Agent and the adaptation Double Trap secure the 7th and 8th positions, respectively.
Missed any of them? No need to panic as all these fan-favourites are still available on Netflix!
This article first appeared on bibamagazine.fr.
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