Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’ Dominates Charts, While ‘The Residence’ Stumbles
Ah, the dramatic rollercoaster of Netflix viewership—grab your popcorn, folks, because this week’s data is a doozy! In a spectacular show of audience engagement, the British limited series “Adolescence” has snatched the spotlight with a staggering 42 million views in just one week, nearly doubling its debut performance. With a total of 66.3 million views under its belt in merely two weeks, it’s strutting confidently towards Netflix’s most popular series list. To put it into perspective, the series is on the cusp of overtaking “Bridgerton” Season 2, which amassed 93.8 million views in its initial 91 days. Just a mere 27.5 million views away, “Adolescence” is well on its way to making history—how delightful!
In stark contrast, Shondaland’s “The Residence” has stumbled out of the gate with a modest 6.4 million views. While it’s sitting snugly in second place on the English TV chart, let’s be real: this isn’t the grand entrance that Rhimes and her starry cast were hoping for. Comparatively, previous hits like “Bridgerton” and “Inventing Anna” became instant phenomena, drawing millions in their premieres. The disparity is glaring.
Meanwhile, Kate Hudson’s “Running Point,” with a commendable 3.5 million views, and WWE’s “Raw” are keeping up the competitive spirit, albeit without the same flair. Over in the film arena, the Russo brothers’ “The Electric State” is chugging along with 22.5 million views. However, it’s struggling to keep pace with the likes of “We Can Be Heroes,” which boasts a whopping 137 million.
So, as the streaming wars continue to unfold, one must wonder: Is it time for Netflix to rethink its strategies? Or will it simply keep riding the highs and lows of viewership trends? Class dismissed, and may your binge-watching choices be ever in your favor!
Sources: Celebrity Storm
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