LONDON – Netflix has released its latest global viewership data, offering insights into the most popular movies and television series on the streaming service for the week of June 18th. The report highlights strong performance across different genres, with a new film setting a significant benchmark and a returning series maintaining its popularity among subscribers worldwide.
Top Television Series: “Ginny & Georgia” Maintains Lead
For the week spanning June 12th to June 18th, the third season of the popular drama series, “Ginny & Georgia,” secured the top spot among television shows globally. According to Netflix’s internal metrics, the series accumulated a substantial 16.9 million views during this period. This figure underscores the continued engagement and loyal viewership base that the series commands, positioning it as the leading title in the TV category for the week.
Film Performance: “Straw” Achieves Record-Breaking Debut
The film charts saw a remarkable entry with Tyler Perry’s new psychological thriller, “Straw.” The movie debuted at number one globally, registering an impressive 48.9 million views in its first week. This performance represents a significant achievement for the film, which Netflix noted was the biggest week for a movie this year on the platform. Furthermore, the streaming giant highlighted that this debut also marked the biggest week for a 2025 launch, pointing to strong early momentum for the title.
“Straw’s” success was not limited to a single region; the film demonstrated broad international appeal by ranking number one in 58 countries across the globe. This widespread popularity included major international markets such as Germany, France, Canada, and the US, indicating a robust and immediate global connection with audiences.
Documentary Spotlight: “Titan” Draws Global Attention
The documentary category also featured prominently in the latest report. “Titan: The OceanGate Submersible Disaster,” a film chronicling the widely followed event, drew considerable attention from viewers. In its debut week, the documentary amassed over 17.4 million views, signaling significant global interest in the subject matter it covers.
The documentary’s impact was particularly strong in the United Kingdom, where it ranked as the number one film for the week. Beyond the UK, “Titan: The OceanGate Submersible Disaster” appeared in the Top 10 list in a total of 88 countries, showcasing its broad reach and the global resonance of the story it tells. This performance underscores the platform’s ability to attract large audiences to factual content addressing major world events.
The viewership data for the week of June 18th highlights the diverse content driving engagement on Netflix, from established drama series like “Ginny & Georgia” to high-impact film debuts such as “Straw,” and compelling documentaries like “Titan: The OceanGate Submersible Disaster,” each finding significant global audiences.
