Netflix’s apocalyptic thriller, “Leave the World Behind,” directed by Sam Esmail, continues to captivate audiences. In its second week on the streaming platform, the film drew an impressive 44.9 million views from December 11 to 17. This achievement solidifies its position as Netflix’s most-watched title for yet another week. With an additional 41.7 million views in its debut week, it seems that “Leave the World Behind” is on track to become a major success. While it may be too early to predict its place on the list of most popular films, if the momentum continues through the holidays, it is quite possible. The film has until March to surpass Extraction 2’s record of 134 million views within a 91-day premiere window. Considering its current performance, it is highly unlikely for “Leave the World Behind” to be excluded from the esteemed popular films list.
Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget Takes Second Place
In the realm of films on Netflix, the new animated feature, “Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget,” claimed the second spot with an impressive 11.9 million views. While this is still a notable achievement, especially on any other week, it pales in comparison to the success of “Leave the World Behind.” Following closely behind, Adam Sandler’s animated comedy, “Leo,” secured the third position with 9.4 million views. “Family Switch” took fourth place with the same view count while “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” wrapped up the top five with 8.9 million views.
Switching gears to television, Netflix’s latest YA series, “My Life With The Walter Boys,” has taken the internet by storm. Viewers are eagerly divided between being Team Alex or Team Cole. In its first full week of availability, the coming-of-age drama accumulated an impressive 12.8 million views, following its successful debut weekend with over 7 million views. With the series currently ranking in the Top 10 in 88 countries, “My Life With The Walter Boys” is clearly resonating with audiences worldwide.
Reignited Interest in The Crown Season 6
“The Crown” Season 6 experienced a surge in popularity, reclaiming the second spot on the rankings after briefly falling to sixth place. The release of the final episodes contributed to this resurgence, attracting a viewership of 5.8 million. However, it still remains overshadowed by the tremendous success of “Leave the World Behind” and “My Life With The Walter Boys.”
Other Noteworthy Titles
“Obliterated,” the former top contender, slid down to third place, while “Squid Game: The Challenge” managed to hold on to the fifth spot. Additionally, the non-English TV series “Yu Yu Hakusho” made a powerful debut, striking a chord with 7.7 million views and claiming the top position in its category.
Netflix’s recent releases have seen immense success, captivating audiences globally. “Leave the World Behind” proves to be an apocalyptic thriller worth watching, while “My Life With The Walter Boys” strikes a chord with YA fans. These titles, along with others such as “The Crown” and “Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget,” continue to keep viewers entertained and engaged. As Netflix expands its library of diverse content, it is likely that audiences will eagerly anticipate their future releases.