10 most popular Netflix shows of 2023
10 Netflix shows that top the 'What We Watched' list of 2023
Netflix recently released its annual engagement report that revealed its most popular shows of the year. The streamer has said it will be releasing the 'What We Watched' list twice a year, with the first installment covering the most watched shows released between January and June 2023.
'The Night Agent' Season 1 – 812 million hours
With 812 million watch hours, 'The Night Agent' Season 1 starring Gabriel Basso and Luciane Buchanan sits comfortably at the top of Netflix's most-watched list. The Shawn Ryan-helmed action thriller chronicles the story of an FBI agent who embarks on a dangerous mission after receiving a mysterious call from a stranger.
'Ginny & Georgia' Season 2 – 665 million hours
The sequel of the immensely popular series 'Ginny & Georgia' has sealed the second spot with 665 million watch hours. Brianne Howey and Antonia Gentry reprise their eponymous roles for the second time for the comedy-drama where the story continues to show their family's struggle to settle down in New England.
'The Glory' Season 1 – 622 million hours
The Korean drama 'The Glory' Season 1, headlined by Song Hye-Kyo, is in the third position with 622 million watch hours. The revenge drama follows the story of a bullied young woman taking upon the people who facilitated her torment.
'Wednesday' Season 1 – 507 million hours
Jenna Ortega's 'Wednesday' Season 1 created ripples on the Internet when it premiered in November 2022. The horror-comedy follows the journey of young Wednesday Addams as she tries to master her psychic abilities while solving a 25-year-old mystery involving her parents.
'Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story' – 503 million hours
A prequel to the 'Bridgerton' series, 'Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story' deals with the love story of the young Queen Charlotte and King George IV that transformed the aristocratic society of the 18th century. Headlined by India Amarteifio, Corey Mylchreest, and Michelle Fairley, and created by Shonda Rhimes, 'Queen Charlotte' is placed at the fifth position with 503 million hours.
'You' Season 4 – 440 million hours
Penn Badgley's 'You' Season 4 was released in two parts and has clinched the sixth spot in the coveted list. High on mystery, suspense, thrill, and drama, 'You' continues to engage the audience with its focus on the primary character Joe Goldberg as he navigates his life.
'La Reina del Sur' Season 3 – 429 million hours
The Kate del Castillo-starrer Mexican drama is at the seventh position on the most viewed list with 429 million watch hours. The thriller chronicles the journey of Teresa, who finds herself navigating the dangerous world of drug trafficking.
'Outer Banks' Season 3 – 402 million hours
The eighth show in the list, 'Outer Banks' tells the story of the teenager John B who enlists the help of his three friends to find a treasure related to his father's disappearance. Created by Josh Pate, Jonas Pate, and Shannon Burke, Season 3 of the show logged in an impressive 402 watch hours.
'Ginny & Georgia' Season 1 – 302 million hours
'Ginny & Goeorgia' Season 1 is where the stories of Ginny and Gorgia's lives unfold for the first time. Headlined by Brianne Howey, Antonia Gentry, and Diesel La Torraca, the drama is ninth among the most-watched series on Netflix with 302 million hours.
'FUBAR' – 266 million hours
'FUBAR', a crime thriller, marked the OTT debut of Hollywood superstar Arnold Schwarzenegger. Placed tenth on the list, 'FUBAR' follows the story of a father and daughter duo who initially remain unknown because they both work for the CIA.
