Netflix's weekly top 10 lists have delivered another set of intriguing results, with new titles making a splash and established favorites maintaining their strongholds. This week, the suspenseful series "Untamed" has captured the No. 1 spot on the English TV list, while the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" continues its reign at the top of the English Films list.
"Untamed" Takes the Lead
"Untamed," a new mystery series set in Yosemite National Park and starring Eric Bana, has debuted at No. 1 on the global Top 10 English TV list with 24.6 million views. This marks the second No. 1 debut for co-creator Mark L. Smith this year, following the success of "American Primeval" in January. The series follows a National Parks special agent, Kyle Turner, as he investigates a brutal death and confronts secrets from his past. Praises have been given to Bana's performance, the stunning cinematography, and the tight writing. Some suggest that if Netflix were to make a reality, they would consider telling more stories related to the series.
"KPop Demon Hunters" Remains a Force
"KPop Demon Hunters" has held onto its No. 1 position on the English Films list, garnering 25.8 million views. Remarkably, the film achieved its highest viewership in its fifth week, a feat no other Netflix film has accomplished, with viewership growing by over a million views from the previous week. The film's original songs are also climbing the Billboard charts, further solidifying its popularity.
Other Highlights in Film
Tyler Perry's "Madea's Destination Wedding" made a strong debut at No. 2 on the film rankings with 16.5 million views. The enduring popularity of the Madea character is evident, as "A Madea Homecoming" (2022) also reappeared in the Top 10 at No. 8 with 3 million views. "Trainwreck: Balloon Boy" secured the third position with 7 million views. "The Old Guard 2" is also present in the list at No. 4 with 6.2 million views. Adam Sandler's "Happy Gilmore" made a return to No. 6 with 4 million views.
Other Highlights in Television
"Amy Bradley Is Missing" debuted strongly at No. 2 on the English TV list, attracting 12.2 million views. This true-crime docuseries has resonated with viewers as it explores a chilling disappearance. The final season of "The Sandman" landed at No. 3 with 3.3 million views. Lena Dunham's new dramedy, "Too Much," debuted at No. 10 with 1.9 million views.
Non-English Language Content
The German mystery thriller "Brick" retained its No. 1 spot on the foreign-language movie chart with 22.3 million views. In non-English television, "Squid Game" season three maintained its hold on No. 1 for a fourth week, with another 7.8 million views.
The Netflix Top 10 continues to showcase a diverse range of content, with "Untamed" and "KPop Demon Hunters" leading the charge. The consistent performance of established titles and the emergence of new favorites demonstrate the platform's ability to cater to a wide array of tastes.
