Despite not breaking its own record for viewing minutes in a single measurement week, the mania around the legal dramedy Suits shows no sign of slowing down. In the week from July 24 to July 30, Suits drew a massive 3.6 billion viewing minutes across Netflix and Peacock, solidifying its position at the top of Nielsen’s streaming charts once again. With over 20 billion viewing minutes aggregated in the six weeks it has been on the Nielsen’s Streaming Top 10, Suits has achieved an impressive feat. However, it still falls behind Stranger Things, which holds the top spot with a lead of 7 billion minutes due to its captivating fourth season.
In this week’s standings, Suits claimed second place by surpassing The Addams Family series by just 43 million minutes. Sweet Magnolias, up 17% from the previous week, stole second place from Bluey, pushing the animated series into third. Sweet Magnolias garnered 1.4 billion viewing minutes, while Bluey experienced a 14% dip, although it still reached an impressive 1.1 billion minutes. The Witcher, following the release of three new episodes from the latest season, secured fourth place with 868 million viewing minutes.
During this measurement week, the finale of Secret Invasion was released, although it did not make it onto the overall Top 10 list. Nonetheless, it secured the seventh spot on the streaming originals list with 421 million viewing minutes. Futurama also made its mark on the streaming originals list after the premiere episode of the series’ reboot premiered on Hulu, accumulating 506 million viewing minutes.
1. Suits – Netflix and Peacock (TV series) – 3.6 billion viewing minutes
2. The Addams Family – Netflix (TV series) – 3.5 billion viewing minutes
3. Sweet Magnolias – Netflix (TV series) – 1.4 billion viewing minutes
4. Bluey – Disney+ (TV series) – 1.1 billion viewing minutes
5. The Witcher – Netflix (TV series) – 868 million viewing minutes
6. Vikings – Netflix (TV series) – 781 million viewing minutes
7. Secret Invasion – Disney+ (TV series) – 421 million viewing minutes
8. Narcos – Netflix (TV series) – 331 million viewing minutes
9. Ragnarok – Netflix (TV series) – 309 million viewing minutes
10. Money Heist – Netflix (TV series) – 285 million viewing minutes
Suits has consistently proven its enduring appeal and captivating storytelling, remaining at the top of viewers’ must-watch lists for six consecutive weeks. With its ability to draw in massive viewing minutes, it solidifies its position as a streaming powerhouse. The dynamic characters, engaging plotlines, and exceptional performances by the cast have undoubtedly contributed to the show’s continued success.
The success of Suits, along with other shows on the Top 10 list, highlights the immense impact of streaming services on the entertainment industry. Platforms like Netflix, Peacock, and Disney+ have provided viewers with an array of options and the ability to access content at their convenience. This has enabled shows like Suits to reach a global audience, generating significant viewing numbers and cementing their status as cultural phenomenons.
As the streaming landscape continues to evolve, it will be intriguing to see how shows like Suits adapt and thrive in the face of competition. With the rise of original content and the increasing number of streaming platforms, viewers have an abundance of choices. However, the continued popularity of Suits demonstrates that captivating storytelling and compelling characters will always have a place in the streaming realm.
Suits’ remarkable performance on Nielsen’s streaming charts is a testament to its lasting power and appeal. With its consistent presence on the Top 10 list and its ability to amass billions of viewing minutes, Suits remains a force to be reckoned with in the streaming world. As viewers eagerly await the next chapter in the Suits saga, it is evident that this legal dramedy has left an indelible mark on the streaming landscape.