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Exploring the thousands of titles on Netflix can be both exciting and overwhelming. Content of all types abounds, from dramas and comedies to reality shows and documentaries. It’s a good thing there’s a list to help narrow your decision by letting you see the most popular Netflix shows. That’s right, every week, Netflix releases its list of the 10 most-watched TV shows over a recent seven-day period.

There’s a new No. 1 this week. The documentary, Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult,edged outBridgertonseason 3 for the top spot.Eric, a new limited series starring Benedict Cumberbatch, debuted at No. 4, with Bryan Cranston’sYour Honorpremiering at No. 9.Below, we have listed the top 10 shows in the U.S. from May 27 to June 2, along with general information about each show, including genre, rating, cast, and synopsis.

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10. Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story (2023)

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1Season

Genre

Drama

Stars

India Ria Amarteifio, Corey Mylchreest, Arsema Thomas

Created by

Shonda Rhimes

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In 2020, Bridgerton became a worldwide sensation with its first season and the sixth most-watched English-language show of all time on Netflix. Its second season took the series to new heights, surpassing season 1 in viewership — it currently sits fourth on the list of most popular Netflix shows of all time list. Because of the success of the flagship series, Shonda Rimes is expanding the Bridgerton universe with the first prequel spinoff series, Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.

The six-episode series is told over two timelines: In 1761, a young Queen Charlotte (India Amarteifio) meets and marries King George (Corey Mylchreest), rising to power as the king begins to struggle with mental illness. And in 1817 (the present Bridgerton timeline), Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel) learns about the tragic death of her granddaughter Princess Charlotte of Wales, which forces the Queen to pressure her children to marry and have another heir. The series drew 148 million hours of viewing worldwide in its first four days, the fourth-biggest opening of 2023 on Netflix.

9. Your Honor season 1 (2020)

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2Seasons

Genre

Drama, Crime

Stars

Bryan Cranston, Hope Davis, Isiah Whitlock Jr.

Created by

Peter Moffat

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After visiting his mother’s grave, Adam Desiato (Hunter Doohan) gets into a hit-and-run accident, resulting in the death of another teenager. Shocked by what happened, Adam drives home and tries to destroy any evidence of the crime. Adam is the son of Michael Desiato (Bryan Cranston), a New Orleans judge with an admirable reputation. Adam confesses to Michael, who encourages his son to turn himself in.

However, things change when Adam reveals the teenager he killed is the son of Jimmy Baxter (Michael Stuhlbarg), a drug kingpin. Jimmy will kill Adam if he finds out, so Michael decides to use his power to cover up the crime. Michael’s ensuing decisions force him to go against the laws he swore to uphold.

8. Bridgerton season 2 (2020)

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2Seasons

Genre

American historical fiction-romance

Stars

Adjoa Andoh, Julie Andrews, Jonathan Bailey

Created by

Chris Van Dusen

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After a fiery first season that ended in a marriage between Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), the Duke of Hastings, Bridgerton returns for its second season with another hot and steamy romance. Based on Julia Quinn’s second Bridgerton novel, The Viscount Who Loved Me, Bridgerton season 2 spotlights Anthony Bridgerton(Jonathan Bailey).

As the head of the family, Anthony feels pressure to look after his mother and siblings, meaning he has little time for romance. However, Anthony knows that, as a Viscount, he must find a wife. Enter Edwina Sharma (Charithra Chandran), the diamond of the social season. Anthony sees Edwina as a good match because of her grace, nobility, and intelligence. Yet, to win Edwina, Anthony has to impress her sister, Kate (Simone Ashley), who may have feelings for the Viscount.

7. Bridgerton season 1 (2020)

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2Seasons

Genre

American historical fiction-romance

Stars

Adjoa Andoh, Julie Andrews, Jonathan Bailey

Created by

Chris Van Dusen

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Put on your best suit or gown, grab the latest edition of the scandal sheet from Lady Whistledown, and head to Regency Era in Netflix’s Bridgerton. Based on the book series by Julia Quinn,Bridgertonfollows the Bridgerton family, a noble and well-respected family in London. There are eight siblings, including Anthony (Wicked‘s Jonathan Bailey), Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor), Colin (Luke Newton), and Eloise (Claudia Jessie).

The first season picks up at the start of the social season in 1813. Daphne is one of the debutantes being introduced into society. Once Daphne is named the social season’s diamond, she draws numerous suitors, none of which she likes or appreciates. Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), the Duke of Hastings and old friend of Anthony, pretends to court Daphne to fend off his potential suitors and increase Daphne’s chances of finding the right man. Bridgerton brings the heat in the romantic department, but it’s also a charming costume drama that’s easy to digest.

6. Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal season 1 (2024)

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Genre

Documentary

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For those unfamiliar with Ashley Madison, it’s an online dating service where married people can look for affairs. Launched in 2002, the Canadian website uses the tagline, “Life is short. Have an affair.” In 2015, a hacker group known as The Impact Team threatened to leak private information about Ashley Madison’s users if the site continued to run.

In August 2015, The Impact Team held up their word and released lots of data regarding the site’s users. The data breach is one of the topics covered in the new series Ashley Madison: Sex, Lies & Scandal. The show explores how Ashley Madison rose to power, the ensuing hack that killed its momentum, and the eventual rebirth of the site.

5. Jurassic World: Chaos Theory season 1 (2024)

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Genre

Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids, Family

Stars

Paul-Mikél Williams, Sean Giambrone, Darren Barnet

Created by

Scott Kreamer, Zack Stentz

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After the events in Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, “The Nublar Six” reunite for a new mission on the mainland in the animated series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory. After the dinosaurs were released from captivity in Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the prehistoric creatures now roam the Earth freely and live alongside humans.

The Nublar Six are being hunted, so they reunite to figure out who might be after them. During their investigation, the group uncovers a conspiracy that threatens all living things — humans and dinosaurs — and learns about “what happened to one of their own.”

4. Eric (2024)

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1Season

Genre

Drama, Mystery

Stars

Benedict Cumberbatch, Gaby Hoffmann, McKinley Belcher III

Created by

Abi Morgan

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Osca nominee Benedict Cumberbatch is a father searching for his missing son in the new limited series, Eric. Vincent is a puppeteer and creator of the children’s television show Good Day Sunshine. One day, Vincent’s nine-year-old son, Edgar (Ivan Morris Howe), goes missing while heading to school. This sinks Vincent into depression as he cuts himself off from his friends and family.

The only thing giving Vincent hope is Edgar’s old drawings of a blue monster named Eric. Vincent believes if he gets Eric on television, it will reunite him with Edgar. Yet, Vincent’s mental health begins to deteriorate as he begins to see Eric in his real life. It’s only a matter of time before things turn for the worse.

3. Tires season 1 (2024)

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1Season

Genre

Comedy

Stars

Steve Gerben, Shane Gillis, Chris O'Connor

Created by

Shane Gillis, McKeever, Steve Gerben

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Shane Gillis is one of the biggest rising stars in comedy. From hosting SNL to headlining comedy specials, Gillis has become a household name in a short period. Now, the comedian is taking his talents to Netflix for a new comedy series, Tires. Co-created by Gillis, John McKeever, and Steve Gerben, Tires follows the employees of an auto repair chain shop.

The main employee is Will (Gerben), the apprehensive heir to his father’s auto store, Valley Forge Tires. If managing a repair shop wasn’t hard enough, try doing it with your cousin, Shane (Gillis), a foul-mouth slacker who quickly becomes a thorn in Will’s side. Chris O’Connor, Kilah Fox, and Stavros Halkias also star.

2. Bridgerton season 3 (2020)

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3Seasons

Genre

Drama

Stars

Nicola Coughlan, Luke Newton, Claudia Jessie

Created by

Chris Van Dusen

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After a two-year absence, Bridgertonreturns for its third season on Netflix. The popular series returns with more dazzling dresses, juicy gossip, and seductive relationships. Bridgerton season 3 has decided to go off course with the books, skipping the third book, Benedict’s Story, to focus on the fourth, Colin’s Story.

In season 3, Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlin) is ready to give up her love for Colin Bridgerton (Luke Newton), especially after he insulted her at the end of season 2. Penelope enters the social season wanting to find a husband and asks Colin for help. As the duo spend more time together, their friendship leads to romantic feelings between the two. Bridgerton season 3 tests the theory that friends can become lovers.

1. Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult season 1 (2024)

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Documentary

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Many TikTokers have become famous for dancing. Sisters Miranda and Melanie Wilking are two of the app’s success stories, generating millions of followers and impressions that led to monetary partnerships with notable brands. Miranda joined 7M Films, a management company owned by Robert Shinn, a pastor at Shekinah Church.

Miranda started spending more time with 7M and less with her family. This eventually led Melanie and her parents to come out in 2022 and state that 7M was a cult manipulating Miranda. Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult explores the dark side of the management company and investigates if the cult accusations are true. It’s an eye-opening look into how a church can manipulate and influence its followers.

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TitleHours Viewed
1Wednesday: Season 11,718,800,000
2Stranger Things 41,838,000,000
3DAHMER: Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story1,031,100,000
4Bridgerton: Season 1929,300,000
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  • 1 ( ) Bridgerton. 2020– 25 epsTV-MA. 7.4 (178K) Rate. ...
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  • 3 ( 256) Eric. 20246 epsTV-MA. ...
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#TV (English)Views
1Bridgerton: Season 311,600,000
2Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult: Season 18,800,000
3Eric: Limited Series6,800,000
4Jurassic World: Chaos Theory: Season 15,100,000
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Series
#TitleHours watched (millions)
1Squid Game1,650.45
2Stranger Things1,352.09
3Wednesday1,237.15
4Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story856.22
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60 MINUTES1CBS
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Series
#TitleHours watched (millions)
1Squid Game1,650.45
2Stranger Things1,352.09
3Wednesday1,237.15
4Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story856.22
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