Although the Nielsen regulars appeared on this week’s Top 10 Most Streamed Shows in America, the return of a Netflix favorite took over the number one spot. The data center releases a list of the most-watched shows in the country each week. While there tend to be familiar favorites on the list, the trends show not only what audiences are excited about now but what they are looking forward to in the future.
‘The Resident’ (2018-2023)
Platform: Hulu/Netflix | Minutes Watched: 608,000,000
The Residentfollows Dr. Hawkins (Matt Czuchry) as he works in Chastain Memorial Hospital, navigating patients, co-workers, and his own personal drama. Co-starringManish Dayal(The Hundred-Foot Journey),Bruce Greenwood(Star Trek),Malcolm Jamal-Warner(Malcolm & Eddie), andEmily VanVamp(Revenge), the show has been praised for its realistic portrayal of the issues that medical professionals face within the healthcare system on a day-to-day basis. The drama series' consistent presence on the Nielsen Top 10 List is impressive considering it having been off the air since January 2023, proving fans' enjoyment of the stories told by the writers and the cast. You can watch all six seasons ofThe Residenton Hulu and Netflix.
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‘Law & Order: Special Victim’s Unit’ (1999-)
Platform: Hulu/Netflix/Peacock | Minutes Watched: 614,000,000
The six-time Primetime Emmy Award-winning drama,Law & Order: Special Victim’s Unitwas the first spin-off from the originalLaw & Orderseries, and has since made a mark of its own. First premiering in 1999, the show is now the longest-running primetime live-action series on American television with over 500 episodes to its name. Created byDick Wolf, the show follows detectives in the criminal justice system who specifically investigate crimes of a sexual nature. Some of the cast members ofLaw & Order: SVUover the years have been Emmy winnerMariska Hargitay,Christopher Meloni,Dean Winters,and rapper and actorIce-T, among others. You can stream Season 1 through 24 ofLaw & Order: SVUon Hulu, with all episodes currently available on Peacock.
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‘Bob’s Burgers’ (2011-)
Platform: Hulu | Minutes Watched: 625,000,000
Fox’s adult animated comedyBob’s Burgerspremiered in 2011 and gained a cult following that can’t get enough of the quirky Belcher family. StarringH. John Benjamin(Bojack Horseman) as a down-on-his-luck restaurant owner, the show co-starsJohn Roberts(Fire Island),Dan Mintz(Veep),Eugene Mirman(Flight of the Concords), andKristen Schaal(The Last Man on Earth). Fourteen seasons in and the Belcher family is still trying to figure out how to keep their business afloat, all while dealing with crazy neighbors, high school crushes, and scorned health inspectors. You can watch all episodes ofBob’s Burgersstreaming on Hulu.
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‘Evil’ (2019-)
Platform: Netflix/Paramount+ | Minutes Watched: 700,000,000
The Season 4 premiere of the supernatural dramaEvillaunched the series back into the forefront of viewers' minds, landing it on the Nielsen List. The show follows a clinical psychologist, a priest, and a contractor as they team up to investigate unusual events such as demonic possession. StarringKatja Herbers(Westworld),Mike Colter(Luke Cage), andAasif Mandvi(The Proposal),Evilhas received critical acclaim for its writing, direction, and acting performances. Created byMichelle KingandRobert King(The Good Wife), you can watch all episodes ofEvil, including its currently-airing Season 4, on Paramount+.
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“Evil,” the 2019 TV series from creators Robert and Michelle King, is a gripping exploration of the intersection between science and the supernatural. The series stars Katja Herbers as Dr. Kristen Bouchard, a forensic psychologist drawn into a world of dark mysteries and unexplained phenomena. Alongside priest-in-training David Acosta (Mike Colter) and tech expert Ben Shakir (Aasif Mandvi), Kristen is tasked with investigating a series of bizarre cases for the Catholic Church, including demonic possessions, hauntings, and miracles.
‘Family Guy’ (1999-)
Platform: Hulu | Minutes Watched: 716,000,000
Family Guyhas even more to celebrate than its twenty-fifth anniversary, as it continually appears on the Top 10 list week after week. A clear fan-favorite, the adult animated comedy starsSeth MacFarlane(Ted),Mila Kunis(That ’70s Show),Seth Green(Robot Chicken), andAlex Borstein(The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) as the dysfunctional Griffin family from Rhode Island. With hilarious writing and some unforgettable stand-alone episodes, the series has earned a huge fanbase and a continued placement as one of the most streamed shows in America. You can watch all episodes from all twenty-two seasons ofFamily Guyon Hulu.
‘Reba’ (2001-2007)
Platform: Hulu/Netflix | Minutes Watched: 744,000,000
Reba’s continued success on streaming platforms is proving not just the quality of the sitcom, but the buildingexcitement for the upcoming seriesHappy’s Place, which includes someRebaalums.Rebafollows a woman named Reba Hart (Reba McEntire) who finds out that her husband Brock (Christopher Rich) is leaving her for a woman named Barbara (Melissa Peterman) who Brock has gotten pregnant. The series had seven seasons filled with terrific guest stars likeKelly ClarksonandDolly Parton, and brought in high ratings throughout its time on air. You can watch all six seasons ofRebaon Netflix and Hulu.
‘Young Sheldon’ (2017-2024)
Platform: Max/Netflix/Paramount+ | Minutes Watched: 823,000,000
It was the end of an era forYoung Sheldonfans as the series recently concluded, but audiences are taking to streaming to keep their love of the sitcom going. Airing for seven successful seasons on CBS,Young Sheldonis a spin-off of fellow hit sitcomThe Big Bang Theory, and follows the childhood life of Sheldon Cooper (Iain Armitage). The show eventually expanded to include storylines from the rest of the Cooper family, including Mary (Zoey Perry), George (Lance Barber), Missy (Raegan Revord), Meemaw (Annie Potts), and Georgie (Montana Jordan), who isreceiving his own spin-off series titledGeorgie & Mandy’s First Marriage. You can watch Seasons 1 through 6 ofYoung Sheldonon Max and Netflix, while Season 7 is available on Paramount+
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‘Bluey’ (2019-)
Platform: Disney+ | Minutes Watched: 1,119,000,000
Sliding down to third place in the Top 10 but still crossing the billion-minute mark, children’s animated seriesBlueyhas taken the world by storm, with kids obsessed with the blue dog and her family as they go on everyday adventures. While it was rumored that the show might be taking a break, fans were delighted to hear that it wouldbe back for a series of mini-episodes this summer.Blueyis filled with laughs, tears, and life lessons learned along the way. you’re able to watch all episodes of the heartwarming show on Disney+.
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‘Grey’s Anatomy’ (2005-)
Platform: Hulu/Netflix | Minutes Watched: 1,165,000,000
AlthoughGrey’s Anatomyisn’t number one this week, the series continually performs incredibly well on the streaming charts, as fans can’t get enough of this long-running medical drama. The show follows doctors at Seattle Grace Hospital, where they deal with issues inside of work and within their own personal and romantic lives. Created byShonda Rhimes, the series premiered in 2005 and has been a consistent favorite among audiences who love following the lives of their favorite medical team. you may watch all twenty seasons ofGrey’s Anatomyon Hulu, with Season 1 through Season 19 available on Netflix.
‘Bridgerton’ (2020-)
Platform: Netflix | Minutes Watched: 2,756,000,000
Drama period pieceBridgertontakes the number-one spot in this week’s Top 10 as the Netflix series airs the newest season of the hit show. Based on the books byJulia Quinn, the series focuses on young adults in 1800s England as they navigate the ever-changing world and what it means to climb the social ranks during the time. Filled with humor, back-stabbing,and lots of romance,Bridgertonhas been a ratings hit for Netflix since its first season aired in 2020, and fans can’t wait to see what the future will bring for the show. With Season 3 co-starringNicola CoughlanandLuke Newton,Bridgertonis a stunning show with incredible costumes, set pieces, and acting by its cast. You can watch all episodes ofBridgertonstreaming on Netflix.
Bridgerton
Set in the glamorous world of Regency London, the Bridgerton family maneuvers through the opulent and treacherous landscape of high society. Daphne Bridgerton, the family’s eldest daughter, enters the marriage market, sparking a whirlwind romance with the enigmatic Duke of Hastings.
