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Top 10

Current

December 17, 2025

Shows

1. Man vs Baby
2. WWE RAW (number one for Australia today)!
3. Sean Combs: The Reckoning
4. Younger
5. Stranger Things
6. Solar Opposites
7. The Abandons
8. Owning Manhattan and Ripple (for Australia today)!
9. Simon Cowell: The Next Act
10. Single Papa

Movies

1. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
2. My Secret Santa and The Croods: A New Age (for Australia)
3. Jay Kelly and Tightrope (for Australia today)
4. The Croods: A New Age and My Secret Santa (for Australia today)
5. How The Grinch Stole Christmas
6. Those Who Wish Me Dead and Elf (for Australia today)
7. Elf and Kpop Demon Hunters (for Australia today)
8. Over The Hedge
9. The Lorax and Those Who Wish Me Dead (for Australia)
10. Clifford: The Big Red Dog and The Lorax (for Australia today)

*Rakings can change quickly

*Correct at time of publication to best of knowledge

The Lead Up

Top 10

December 12, 2025

Shows

1. Man vs Baby
2. Sean Combs: The Reckoning
3. Stranger Things
4. The Abandons
5. Ripple
6. The Beast In Me
7. Mean Mums
8. Owning Manhattan
9. Parish
10. Mark Rober's CrunchLabs

Movies

1. Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
2. My Secret Santa
3. Jay Kelly
4. The Croods: A New Age
5. How The Grinch Stole Christmas
6. Those Who Wish Me Dead
7. Elf
8. Kpop Demon Hunters
9. The Lorax
10. Clifford: The Big Red Dog

*Rakings can change quickly

*Correct at time of publication to best of knowledge

News

The Lead Up

Top 10

Current

December 8, 2025
(Sydney, Australia)

Shows:

1. Sean Combs: The Reckoning
2. Stranger Things
3. The Abandons
4. Ripple
5. The Beast In Me
6.Matt Rife Unwrapped: A Christmas Crowdwork Special
7. Owning Manhattan
8. The Rats: A Witcher Tale
9. Mark Rober's CrunchLabs
10. Educators

Movies:

1. My Secret Santa
2. Jay Kelly
3. Those Who Wish Me Dead
4. Troll 2
5. How The Grinch Stole Christmas
6. Dr, Seuss' The Lorax
7.. Elf
8.Jingle Bell Heist
9. K-pop Demon Hunters
10. Champagne Problems

*Rakings can change quickly

*Correct at time of publication to best of knowledge

*WWE RAW expected to rank well in Australia. Live broadcast into Australia at Noon. Road To both Saturday Night's Main Event and John Cena: The Last Time Is Now Tournament Final.

News

The Lead Up

Top 10

Movies:

1. Jingle Bell Heist
2. Champagne Problems
3. In Your Dreams
4. Train Dreams
5. K-pop Demon Hunters
6. Sunnysanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
7. The Carmen Family Deaths
8. Wicked
9. The Equalizer 3
10. Non-Stop

Shows:

1. Stranger Things: Season 5
2. Missing: Dead Or Alive
3. The Beast In Me
4. Kevin Hart: Acting My Age
5. Mark Rober's Crunchlabs
6. One Shot With Ed Sheeran: A Music Experience
7. Is It Cake? Holiday
8. A Man On The Inside
9. Absentia
10. Fisk

*WWE Survivor Series: WarGames ranked well.

*Rakings can change quickly

*Correct at time of publication to best of knowledge

* Kids TV Shows

6. Jurassic World: Chaos Theory

(Sources: Netflix live broadcast and Netflix: TUDUM)

TV News

TV Premiere Dates

November 2025

(In Case You Missed It)

Sunday, Nov. 2
9 p.m.: Robin Hood (MGM+)
10:30 p.m.: I Love LA (HBO/HBO Max)

Monday, Nov. 3
Crutch (Paramount+, all episodes)
8 p.m.: St. Denis Medical (NBC)

Tuesday, Nov. 4
Squid Game: The Challenge (Netflix)
All’s Fair (Hulu)
10 p.m.: Who Hired the Hitman? (ID)

Wednesday, Nov. 5
9 p.m.: Expedition Unknown (Discovery)

Thursday, Nov. 6
All Her Fault (Peacock, all episodes)
Death by Lightning (Netflix)
The Vince Staples Show (Netflix)
9 p.m.: Alex vs. ARod (HBO)

Friday, Nov. 7
Pluribus (Apple TV+)
Maxton Hall — The World Between Us (Prime Video)
8 p.m.: Happy’s Place (NBC), Power Book IV: Force (Starz, final season), Mistletoe Murders (Hallmark)
8:30 p.m.: Stumble (NBC)

Saturday, Nov. 8
8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT: Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (Disney+)

Monday, Nov. 10
Sesame Street (Netflix)
Marines (Netflix)
8:30 p.m.: The Paper (NBC, broadcast premiere)

Tuesday, Nov. 11
9:15 p.m.: Surviving Mormonism With Heather Gay (Bravo; all episodes on Peacock Nov. 12)
10 p.m.: Mysteries Unearthed With Danny Trejo (History)

Wednesday, Nov. 12
Selling the OC (Netflix)
Palm Royale (Apple TV+)

Thursday, Nov. 13
The Beast in Me (Netflix)
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (Hulu, all episodes)
Last Samurai Standing (Netflix)
My Nightmare Stalker: The Eva LaRue Story (Paramount+)
Tiffany Haddish Goes Off (Peacock)

Friday, Nov. 14
Malice (Prime Video, all episodes)
Lego Marvel Avengers: Strange Tails (Disney+)

Sunday, Nov. 16
Landman (Paramount+)
Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints (Fox Nation)
8 p.m.: The American Revolution (PBS)

Monday, Nov. 17
June Farms (Prime Video)

Wednesday, Nov. 19
The Mighty Nein (Prime Video)
8 p.m.: CMA Awards (ABC)

Thursday, Nov. 20
A Man on the Inside (Netflix)
The Assassin (AMC+)
The Great British Baking Show: Holidays (Netflix)
High Horse: The Black Cowboy (Peacock)
The Celebrity Traitors UK (Peacock, all episodes)

Friday, Nov. 21
One Shot With Ed Sheeran (Netflix)

Monday, Nov. 24
Bel-Air (Peacock, final season)
8 p.m.: Everybody Loves Raymond 30th Anniversary Reunion (CBS)

Tuesday, Nov. 25
Is It Cake? Holiday (Netflix)
Shakespeare and Hathaway: Private Investigators (BritBox)

Wednesday, Nov. 26
Stranger Things (Netflix, final season part one)
Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age (Apple TV+)
The Beatles Anthology 2025 (Disney+)

Friday, Nov. 28
Heated Rivalry (HBO Max)
10 p.m.: It’s Florida, Man (HBO)

Sunday, Nov. 30
Words + Music (MGM+)
9 p.m.: Married to Medicine (Bravo)

Other: November

Combat Sports

Saturday, Nov 28
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames
(ESPN for U.S)
(Netflix international)

Other: December

Combat Sports

WWE Saturday Night's Main Event
December 13, 2025
John Cena's Last Month: The Last Time Is Now
Washington, DC
NBC for U.S)
YouTube for Australia and numerous international markets

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua
Judgement Day
December 19th
Miami, Florida
(Netflix globally)

News

Netflix

The List

October 31, 2025

Top Shows In Australia Today

1. Son Of A Donkey
2. Nobody Wants This
3.Selling Sunset
4. The Witcher
5. The Asset
6. Physical Asia

Top Movies In Australia Today

1. Aileen: Queen Of The Serial Killers
2. A House Of Dynamite
3. Ballad Of A Small Player
4. Kpop Demon Hunters
5. Idli Kadai
6. The Woman In Cabin 10

Top shows (Global)

1. Son Of A Donkey
2.Nobody Wants This
3. The Diplomat
4. Boots
5. The Asset
6. Physical Asia
7. The Diplomat
8. Boots
9. Baby Shark Hospital Play
10. Gupi

*getting conflicted reports today. Ratings are approx, however not 100 percent today. Releasing news without further delay! Happy Halloween! Trick and Treat!

Others/News

The Night Agent: Spent 14 weeks in the top 10

Stranger Things: Season 5 hits on Nov 27. Tipped for worldwide number one.

News

Top : Worldwide

1. Aileen: Queen Of The Serial Killers
2. A House Of Dynamite
3. Ballad Of A Small Player
4. The Twits
5. Idli Kadai
6. The Woman In Cabin 10
7. Don't Say A Word
8. Taken In Plain Sight
9. I Know What You Did Last Summer
10. Mystify: Michael Hutchence

*ratings can change quickly

News

We expect WWE to rise up in the rankings soon. Lots of American Football and other U.S sports competing for eyeballs at present. Ramping up to WWE Survivor Series season! Saturday Night's Main Event on other platforms (not Netflix) later tonight for most markets!

Websites

Netflix: TUDUM
https://netflix.com/tudum

Netflix: TUDUM: Top 10
https://netflix.com/tudum/top10

Netflix YouTube
https://youtube.com/@Netflix

Media Man: Strong finish to Oct. Strong start to Nov!

November 2025

November 1
* A Very Vintage Christmas
* Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
* Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls
* Baby Driver
* Back to the Future
* Back to the Future Part II
* Back to the Future Part III
* Broadchurch: Season 1
* Broadchurch: Season 2
* Broadchurch: Season 3
* Charlie’s Angels
* Crazy Rich Asians
* Dear Santa
* Doctor Sleep
* Don’t Worry Darling
* Dr. Dolittle
* Dr. Dolittle 2
* Elvis
* Frances Ha
* Game Night
* Happy Christmas
* The Hangover
* The Hangover: Part II
* The Hangover: Part III
* I Know What You Did Last Summer
* In the Heights
* Isn’t It Romantic
* Judas and the Black Messiah
* Just Mercy
* The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part
* Life of the Party
* The Little Things
* Merry Liddle Christmas
* The Nun II
* Ocean’s 8
* Paddington 2
* The Patriot
* Ready Player One
* Tenet
* This Is the End
* Tyler Perry’s A Madea Christmas
* The Way Back
* Wonka

Nov 2
* King Richard
* The Outfit

Nov 3
* Dr. Seuss’s The Sneetches — NETFLIX FAMILY
An unexpected friendship forms between two young Sneetches on an island surrounded by beaches in this sweet musical special set in the world of Seuss.
* In Waves and War — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
In this documentary, three former Navy SEALs with post-combat trauma turn to an unexpected treatment for healing and hope — psychedelic-assisted therapy.

Nov 4
* Leanne Morgan: Unspeakable Things — NETFLIX COMEDY SPECIAL
In this new hour, Leanne Morgan: Unspeakable Things, the comedic powerhouse returns to the stage with her classic southern drawl and unique points of view, opening up about everything—from newfound stardom and family life, to trying CBD for the first and last time, serving up the kind of real, relatable, and sometimes cheeky stories you can’t get enough of.
* Minx: Seasons 1-2
* Squid Game: The Challenge: Season 2 — NETFLIX SERIES
The Emmy® nominated and BAFTA winning global sensation Squid Game: The Challenge returns for a gripping second season. This time, 456 brand-new contestants will enter the ultimate test of strategy, alliances, and endurance as they compete for a life-changing $4.56 million prize. Inspired by the iconic original series – with shocking new twists and never-before-seen games – season two raises the stakes higher than ever. As players face elimination at every turn, only one can emerge victorious. New players. New games. New rules.

Nov 5
* Election
* Heweliusz (PL) — NETFLIX SERIES
After a catastrophic ferry disaster, the off-duty captain seeks answers and justice for those who lost their lives — and those they left behind.
* Just Alice (CO) — NETFLIX SERIES
Torn between two loves, Alicia secretly marries both a famous writer and a former priest. How long can she juggle love, lies and her double life?

Nov 6
* The Bad Guys: Breaking In — NETFLIX FAMILY
How did the Bad Guys break into the bad guy business in the first place? Find out in this hilarious prequel series set before the hit films.
* Bride Wars
* Death by Lightning — NETFLIX SERIES
Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
* The Vince Staples Show: Season 2 — NETFLIX SERIES
When his football-star uncle dies, Vince embarks on a bizarre, funny and occasionally sinister odyssey into his complicated life history.

Nov 7
* A Holiday Engagement
* As You Stood By (KR) — NETFLIX SERIES
When two women plot to end an abusive marriage through murder, an unexpected visitor arrives — threatening to shatter everything they’ve carefully planned.
* Baramulla (IN) — NETFLIX FILM
A cop’s inquiry into child kidnappings unravels chilling secrets as supernatural events endanger his family and the peaceful town of Baramulla.
* Christmas in the Heartland
* Frankenstein — NETFLIX FILM
Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro adapts Mary Shelley’s classic tale of Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but egotistical scientist who brings a creature to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation.
* Groom & Two Brides (KW) — NETFLIX FILM
Adam is allergic to love, but somehow ends up engaged to both his boss’s daughter and his first love. Now he must try to keep his double life a secret.
* Labyrinth
* Mango (DK) — NETFLIX FILM
An ambitious hotelier and her reluctant daughter take a trip to Málaga, where they find what they’ve been craving in a farmer’s idyllic mango orchard.
* My Dad’s Christmas Date

Nov 8
* Countdown: Jake vs. Tank — NETFLIX SERIES
Go inside training camp with Jake “El Gallo” Paul and Gervonta “Tank” Davis as they prepare to face off ahead of their must-see boxing match. Narrated by Ice-T, this all-access documentary captures the intensity, ambition, and personal drive fueling both fighters as they get ready to step into the ring at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, live only on Netflix on November 14.
* The Emoji Movie

Nov 10
* MARINES — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
MARINES is a coming-of-age docuseries following the members of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), the US military’s “force in readiness” in the Pacific. With unparalleled access to the US Marine Corps, the series offers an inside look into the rigorous trainings and emotional moments of young Marines as they forge bonds while grappling with the complexities of life at sea.
* Sesame Street: Volume 1 — NETFLIX FAMILY
This freshly reimagined spin on the classic “Sesame Street” series features characters you love, fan-favorite segments — and new ways to play!

Nov 11
* Ghosting: The Spirit of Christmas

* No Sleep ‘Til Christmas
* Same Time, Next Christmas

Nov 12
* A Merry Little Ex-Mas — NETFLIX FILM
Recently divorced Kate (Alicia Silverstone) hopes for one last perfect family Christmas before selling her house. But her holiday plans are hilariously derailed when her ex-husband Everett (Oliver Hudson) unexpectedly introduces his younger and successful new girlfriend. A Merry Little Ex-Mas also stars Jameela Jamil, Pierson Fodé, and Melissa Joan Hart and is directed by Steve Carr.
* Being Eddie — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
It goes without saying that there is only one Eddie Murphy. No other teen comedian shared a stage with Jerry Seinfeld at 17, and joined the cast of Saturday Night Live right out of high school. No actor has ever played a cop, a doctor, and a donkey — and dominated every facet of Hollywood he’s touched. Fewer still have been an A-list celebrity for over four decades, and never succumbed to its darker side. Murphy’s unusual combination of explosive charisma, focused ambition, raw talent, and deep-set circumspection puts him in a league of his own, and is on full display in Being Eddie, directed by two-time Oscar® winner Angus Wall. The documentary gathers comedy and Hollywood legends like Dave Chappelle, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jamie Foxx, Jerry Seinfeld, Reginald Hudlin and more to celebrate the Oscar®-nominated actor and his nearly 50-year career that’s seen him break barriers, invent genres, and inspire generations of talent. For the first time ever, Murphy invites the public into his home to revisit his breathtaking body of work, all the while revealing the dazzling interior life that has long driven — and grounded — this once-in-a-century star.
* Dynamite Kiss (KR) — NETFLIX SERIES
A story of a single woman who fakes being a mother to secure a job for survival, and the romance that blossoms with her team leader who falls in love with her. It is a warm romantic comedy about the protagonist learning the value of achievement and responsibility in the midst of her daily struggles, as lies and misunderstandings transform into truth and love.
* Eloá the Hostage: Live on TV (BR) — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
This gripping documentary explores the case of a teenage girl who was kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend in one of Brazil’s most shocking hostage situations.
* Mrs Playmen (IT) — NETFLIX SERIES
Betrayed by her husband, a woman must step up and run an erotic magazine that becomes a symbol of empowerment in ’70s Rome. Inspired by true events.
* Selling The OC: Season 4 — NETFLIX SERIES
The OC agents are back and ready to establish their office as the top brokerage within the Oppenheim Group. As the competition heats up for some high-stakes listings, some may get burned as devastating rumors divide the team. While the office gets busier, Jason enlists agents from San Diego, but will the OGs of the OC let the new agents sink or swim?

Nov 13
* The Beast in Me — NETFLIX SERIES
Since the tragic death of her young son, acclaimed author Aggie Wiggs (Claire Danes) has receded from public life, unable to write, a ghost of her former self. But she finds an unlikely subject for a new book when the house next door is bought by Nile Jarvis (Matthew Rhys), a famed and formidable real estate mogul who was once the prime suspect in his wife’s disappearance. At once horrified and fascinated by this man, Aggie finds herself compulsively hunting for the truth – chasing his demons while fleeing her own – in a game of cat and mouse that might turn deadly.
* Delhi Crime: Season 3 (IN) — NETFLIX SERIES
The search for an injured baby’s missing mother leads to the unfurling of a widespread human trafficking investigation in India and becomes the biggest case of Madam Sir’s career as she’s pitted against a ruthless trafficker, Meena. We discover how women are trafficked from all corners of the country into the bride market of North India and into the sex trade. As the season heats up, the DC team – Vartika, Neeti, Bhupi and gang come together to piece together clues to discover a country-wide trafficking network whose threads connect beyond its borders
* Had I Not Seen the Sun: Part 1 (TW) — NETFLIX SERIES
When a notorious serial killer gets interviewed by a young woman for a film, his past reveals a deep web of trauma and heartbreak tied to his first love.
* Koati: Season 1
* Last Samurai Standing (JP) — NETFLIX SERIES
One life, one point. Shujiro enters a deadly game where points are earned for each kill. Who will be the last samurai standing in this sinister scheme?
* Moulin Rouge!
* The Sandlot
* Tee Yai: Born To Be Bad (TH) — NETFLIX FILM
In 1980s Bangkok, a wily thief stages a series of daring heists, baffling the authorities and the public — until one cop sets out to take him down.
* Unicorn Academy: Chapter 4 (CA) — NETFLIX FAMILY
A mysterious mystery is ahoof! When Winter Solstice celebrations go awry, the Sapphires set out to save the day — and discover the holiday’s true spirit.

Nov 14
* The Crystal Cuckoo (ES) — NETFLIX SERIES
Hoping to learn more about her heart donor, a young doctor arrives in a mountain town where decades of mysterious tragedies plague the small community.
* In Your Dreams — NETFLIX FAMILY
A sister and brother journey into the wildly absurd landscape of their own dreams to ask the wish-granting Sandman for the perfect family.
* Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis — NETFLIX LIVE EVENT
Jake Paul collides with Gervonta “Tank” Davis in a Most Valuable Promotions blockbuster boxing mega-event live from the Kaseya Center in Miami.
* Lefter: The Story of The Ordinarius (TR) — NETFLIX FILM
A football prodigy rises to fame, battling prejudice and inner turmoil on his quest for greatness. Based on the life of Turkish legend, Lefter.
* NOUVELLE VAGUE (FR) — NETFLIX FILM
Richard Linklater’s playful, poignant love letter to cinema reimagines the making of Jean-Luc Godard’s revolutionary New Wave classic “Breathless.”
November 15
* A Royal Date for Christmas
* A Sprinkle of Christmas
* A Vineyard Christmas
* Becoming Santa
* Christmas Casanova
* Everybody’s Fine
* Just Like a Christmas Movie
* Meet Me at the Christmas Train Parade
* Royally Yours, This Christmas

Nov 17
* Blue Beetle
* Gabby’s Dollhouse: Season 12 — NETFLIX FAMILY
From opening a cute new cafe to training an even cuter baby dragon, Gabby and her pals use their smarts and hearts to make the world a better place!
* Selena y Los Dinos — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
Selena y Los Dinos celebrates the life and legacy of the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla, who along with her family performed, triumphed, and redefined genres, captured through never-before-seen footage from the family’s personal archive.
* Zodiac

Nov 18
* Gerry Dee: Funny You Should Say That (CA) — NETFLIX COMEDY SPECIAL
With dry wit, Canadian comic Gerry Dee explores his perilous years as a schoolteacher, the pitfalls of open marriages and the truth about Santa.

Nov 19
* The Carman Family Deaths — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
A young man’s dramatic rescue at sea spirals into accusations he murdered two members of his wealthy New England family in this true crime documentary.
* Champagne Problems — NETFLIX FILM
An on-the-rise executive travels to France to secure the acquisition of a renowned champagne brand before Christmas, but her plans are upended when she falls into a whirlwind romance with a charming Parisian – only to discover he’s the founder’s son.
* Envious: Season 3 (AR) — NETFLIX SERIES
Vicky has it all: a hot boyfriend, a bright career and a growing family. But can she finally let go and enjoy it, or is she doomed to self-sabotage?
* The Son of a Thousand Men (BR) — NETFLIX FILM
In a small village, a lonely fisherman yearning for a son is drawn to an ethereal light that links him to others and their long-buried secrets.

Nov 20
* A Man on the Inside: Season 2 — NETFLIX SERIES
Charles goes undercover at a college campus, where the suspects are as unpredictable as the clues, and the hijinks get unexpectedly personal.
* The Follies (MX) — NETFLIX FILM
Six women are bonded by a shared “friend”— madness. It visits us all, prompting us to distill reality, make bold decisions and transform our lives.
* The Great British Baking Show: Holidays: Season 8 — NETFLIX SERIES
Special guests and familiar faces return to the big white tent hoping to dazzle judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood with sugary seasonal delights.
* Jurassic World: Chaos Theory: Season 4 — NETFLIX FAMILY
The reunited Nublar Six see their bond tested like never before as they race to save vulnerable dinosaurs, solve epic problems — and stay alive.

Nov 21
* Marry Christmas
* Mistletoe Mixup
* ONE SHOT with Ed Sheeran — NETFLIX FILM
One singer. One city. One shot. Ed Sheeran rocks the streets of New York with his greatest hits in this groundbreaking, real-time music experience.
* Train Dreams — NETFLIX FILM
Based on Denis Johnson’s beloved novella, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier, a logger and railroad worker who leads a life of unexpected depth and beauty in the rapidly-changing America of the early 20th Century.

Nov 24
* Missing: Dead or Alive?: Season 2 — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
Follow officers from a South Carolina sheriff’s department as they urgently search for individuals who’ve disappeared under troubling circumstances.
* Santa Bootcamp

Nov 25
* Is It Cake? Holiday: Season 2 — NETFLIX SERIES
Is It Cake? Holiday returns for another festive season with Mikey Day and six All-Star cake artists! Three Is It Cake alum and three baking heavy hitters try to fool celebrity judges with their incredible hyper-realistic cakes. Each episode, the bakers will compete for their share of the $75,000 prize pot and a coveted spot in the finale. This holiday season the stakes, the bakes, and the cakes are better than ever!

Nov 26

* Jingle Bell Heist — NETFLIX FILM
Sophia (Olivia Holt), a sharp-witted retail worker, and Nick (Connor Swindells), a down-on-his-luck repairman, are small-time thieves with their eyes on the same Christmas Eve score: robbing London’s most notorious department store. Forced into an uneasy alliance, as secrets surface and feelings for each other deepen, Sofia and Nick put their relationship and the heist in jeopardy.
* Stranger Things 5: Volume 1 — NETFLIX SERIES (Releasing at 5pm PT)
The fall of 1987. Hawkins is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished — his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming — and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they’ve faced before. To end this nightmare, they’ll need everyone — the full party — standing together, one last time.

Nov 27
* Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

Nov 28
* Left-Handed Girl (TW) — NETFLIX FILM
When a mother and her two daughters relocate to Taipei to open a night market stall, they encounter challenges and secrets that threaten family unity.
* The Stringer: The Man Who Took The Photo — NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY
A former Saigon photo editor reveals a secret he’s been plagued with for 52 years, setting off a gripping two-year investigation into the truth behind one of the Vietnam War’s most iconic photographs. Acclaimed conflict photographer Gary Knight and a small team of journalists embark on a relentless search to locate and seek justice for a man known only as “the stringer.”

Last Chance To See On Netflix (for time-being):

Nov 1
* 47 Meters Down
* 47 Meters Down: Uncaged
* Blow
* Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
* Despicable Me
* Despicable Me 2
* Eat Pray Love
* The Fast and the Furious
* 2 Fast 2 Furious
* The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift
* Fast Five
* Fast & Furious 6
* Furious 7
* Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
* Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
* Happy Gilmore
* Horrible Bosses
* Jurassic Park
* Jurassic Park III
* Minions
* Ride Along
* Ride Along 2
* She’s All That
* Sherlock Holmes
* Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows
* Shrek
* Shrek 2
* Shrek Forever After
* Shrek the Third
* Six Feet Under: Seasons 1-5
* Starship Troopers
* The Lost World: Jurassic Park
* Thirteen
* Total Recall
* Varsity Blues
* Weird Science
* Wet Hot American Summer
* Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Nov 6
* Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
* Reba: Seasons 1-6

Nov 8
* A Star Is Born
Nov 13

* Archer: Seasons 1-13

Nov 14
* Madame Web
* Smile

Nov 15
* A.P. Bio: Seasons 1-4
* First Wives Club: Seasons 1-3
* Jaws
* Jaws 2
* Jaws 3
* Jaws: The Revenge

Nov 16
* Mamma Mia!

Nov 17
* Trolls: The Beat Goes On!: Seasons 1-8

Nov 20
* Shahs of Sunset: Seasons 3-4

Nov 22

* San Andreas

News

Media Man

Pro Wrestling

WWE Survivor Series: WarGames aka WWE Survivor Series: WarGames San Diego
November 29, 2025
*via Netflix for numerous international markets outside the U.S

WWE RAW on Netflix ever Monday night. Tuesday morning for some markets outside the U.S

WWE NXT on Wednesday mornings for numerous markets outside the U.S

Netflix

November 2025

Nov 2
* King Richard
* The Outfit

Nov 11
* Ghosting: The Spirit of Christmas

* No Sleep ‘Til Christmas
* Same Time, Next Christmas

Nov 26

Nov 27
* Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom

Last Chance To See On Netflix (for time-being):

Nov 6
* Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
* Reba: Seasons 1-6

Nov 8
* A Star Is Born
Nov 13

* Archer: Seasons 1-13

Nov 14
* Madame Web
* Smile

Nov 15
* A.P. Bio: Seasons 1-4
* First Wives Club: Seasons 1-3
* Jaws
* Jaws 2
* Jaws 3
* Jaws: The Revenge

Nov 16
* Mamma Mia!

Nov 17
* Trolls: The Beat Goes On!: Seasons 1-8

Nov 20
* Shahs of Sunset: Seasons 3-4

Nov 22

* San Andreas

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Netflix @netflix

April 5, 2025

Movies: Top 10

1. The Life List

2. Den of Thieves 2: Pantera

3. Talk to Me

4. Despicable Me 4

5. Con Mum

6. Kraven the Hunter

7. The Twister: Caught in the Storm

8. Trap

9. The Electric State

10. The Secret Life of Pets

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TV Shows: Top 10

1. Adolescence

2. The Residence

3. Million Dollar Secret

4. WWE Raw 2025 (Ep March 31, 2025)

5. Wolf King

6. Running Point

7. Ms. Rachel

8. Gold and Greed: The Hunt for Fenn’s Treasure

9. Zero Day

10. Chelsea Handler

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Streaming TV Rankings

October 15, 2024

Top 10

TV Series:

1. Disclaimer (Apple TV+)

2. Nobody Wants This (Netflix)

3. The Penguin (Max)

4. High Potential (Hulu)

5. Teacup (Peacock)

6. Agatha All Along (Disney+)

7. Only Murders in the Building (Hulu)

8. From (MGM+)

9. Slow Horses (Apple TV+)

10. The Old Man (Hulu)

Movies:

1. It's What's Inside (Netflix)

2. Salem's Lot (Hulu)

3. Caddo Lake (Max)

4. Wolfs (Apple TV+)

5. Terrifier (Prime Video)

6. Terrifier 2 (Freevee)

7. Bad Boys: Ride or Die (Netflix)

8. Hold Your Breath (Hulu)

9. Challengers (Prime Video)

10. Lonely Planet (Netflix)

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Streaming Entertainment

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Rankings (Worldwide)

Top 10

September 30 to October 6, 2024

Nobody Wants This
Monsters
Love Is Blind

1. #NobodyWantsThis

2. #Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story

3. #LoveIsBlind: S7

4. #Heartstopper: S3

5. #ThePerfectCouple

6. #MrMcMahon

7. #TheAmazingDigitalCircus

8. #UnsolvedMysteries: V5

9. #EmilyInParis: S4

10. #PrisonBreak: S1

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Streaming Industry News: Australia

Ads May Appear On More Services In Bid To Maintain Price Point And Increase Profits

October 2024

Australian Based Streaming Services Feel Global Disruption To Business Model; Consumer Churn And Viewers Spoiled By Online Options Including Free Ones For Price Of Internet Connection

Nine Entertainment's Stan is considering a move to introduce advertising, as the Aussie streaming service looks at ways of lifting revenue.

Stan is one of the few remaining streaming services to run without ads in Australia, with the only other platform not to offer a cheaper, promotion-subsidised subscription, Disney+, expected to introduce advertising sooner rather than later.

Despite managing to successfully compete against the likes of industry giants Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, and Binge for close to a decade without incorporating ads, Nine Entertainment's bottom line may now force the company's hand as it looks to make up for diving incomes in a range of areas.

According to the Australian Financial Review, the departure of Nine boss Mike Sneesby has potentially opened the door for the introduction of ads on Stan, with new acting CEO Matt Stanton understood to be considering his options.

Mr Sneesby, who was head of the streaming service before ascending to the leadership of Nine, had kept a close watch over Stan before his departure, with current Stan boss Martin Kugeler apparently given little latitude to make major changes.

Stan was also largely separated from other parts of Nine under Mr Sneesby and was given its own offices while being spared from the worst of the cost-cutting which affected other parts of the business – such as the Financial Review, Sydney Morning Herald and Nine Network.

However, the financial pressures which necessitated those cuts may now be set to hit home, with Mr Stanton having two main options to increase revenue from the streaming service.

The first would be to increase prices, as many other platforms have done in recent years, while the second would be to implement advertising.

The AFR reports that should Nine choose the second option, it would likely begin by placing ads in Stan Sport, given those viewers are already accustomed to having promotional materials incorporated into broadcasts.

Nine had previously considered the inclusion of ads in sports coverage, including in coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, but ultimately decided against it.

Despite this, Nine's sales team are reportedly keen on the prospect of ads in sport coverage as a potential source of revenue in future.

However, incorporating advertising into other programming, such as films and tv shows, is more challenging, and comes with the risk that viewers may move away (known as churn) from Stan and onto Nine's free-to-air options.

There is also the potential that a shift from a more expensive ad-free subscription to a cheaper ad-subsidised one could cost the company money by creating a shortfall in revenue.

Nine has not given any public indication about how it may proceed.

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Nine mulls adding advertising to Stan in search for new revenue

October 9, 2024

Streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video were once entirely commercial-free. Now almost all services have a cheaper ad-backed plan.

By Sam Buckingham-Jones

Streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+ and Binge were once pristine islands where Australians could pay for the privilege to watch movies and TV shows without advertising.

This is no longer true. All four of those companies now offer cheaper tiers that are subsidised by limited advertising. The other big player, Disney+, has introduced ads in the US and is expected to do so in Australia soon.

There is still one exception to the rule. Stan is now the only ad-free atoll remaining in a crowded sea of streamers.

Stan, which is owned by Nine Entertainment, has been around for 10 years. It is a rare example of a home-grown streaming service that has managed to successfully compete against the likes of Netflix and achieve scale and profitability. That it has done this without advertising hasn’t gone unnoticed.

Mike Sneesby, who founded Stan and went on to run Nine, was asked about running ads more than four years ago. At the start, he usually answered along the same lines: “Just because you can make money out of selling something, it doesn’t necessarily mean you should.” (AFR)

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New Cyberpunk Animated Series on Netflix

Based on the latest information available up to September 19, 2024, Netflix, in collaboration with CD Projekt Red, has confirmed the development of a new animated project within the Cyberpunk universe. Here's what we know:

Announcement: During Geeked Week, Netflix teased this new project, hinting at a "return to Night City," which suggests it will be set in the same universe as "Cyberpunk: Edgerunners" and "Cyberpunk 2077."

Project Details: While it's confirmed to be set in the Cyberpunk universe, specifics like whether it will be a direct sequel or a new story entirely, akin to "Edgerunners" but with a different narrative or characters, remain undisclosed. There's been no confirmation if this is an "Edgerunners Season 2," though the nature of the announcement leaves room for speculation.

Reception and Context: The original "Cyberpunk: Edgerunners" series was well-received, contributing to a surge in interest back towards "Cyberpunk 2077." This positive reception might influence the new project's direction, aiming to leverage the existing fanbase while expanding the universe's lore.

Teasers and Speculation: From posts on X (formerly Twitter), there's excitement and speculation among fans. The mention of "another animated series set in the Cyberpunk 2077 universe" and teases about exploring new stories in Night City suggest a continuation or expansion of the thematic elements fans enjoyed in "Edgerunners."

Release Information: As of now, no release date or further detailed plot information has been shared. Netflix and CD Projekt Red have promised more details at a later date, keeping the community in anticipation.

This new venture into the Cyberpunk animated series by Netflix represents a commitment to exploring more narratives within this dystopian world, potentially tapping into different aspects of Night City's lore, characters, or even new tech developments within its universe. While fans eagerly await more concrete details, the announcement itself has reignited discussions and excitement around what new stories might unfold in one of the most visually and narratively rich settings in recent sci-fi history. (Grok)

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Squid Game Season 2 Premiere Date

"Squid Game" Season 2 is set to premiere on December 26, 2024, on Netflix. This information was confirmed through multiple sources, including official announcements and teasers released by Netflix during their Geeked Week event, as well as posts on X (formerly known as Twitter) from various users sharing the premiere date. The season continues the story with Lee Jung-jae reprising his role as Seong Gi-hun, diving back into the deadly games with new twists and returning characters. (Grok)

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Bridgerton Season 3 Dominates Netflix

Bridgerton Season 3 has emerged as the most consumed series on Netflix in the first half of 2024, amassing 733.8 million hours viewed. This season, focusing on the romance between Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton, has captivated audiences, leading to widespread acclaim and discussions about its popularity and narrative. Fans have particularly celebrated the fulfillment of Penelope's lifelong dream to be with Colin, highlighting emotional moments like their wedding and Penelope's voiceover in the final scene. Despite some criticism regarding the inclusion of certain scenes, the season's success is evident, with many expressing their ongoing affection for the characters and the show's romantic and dramatic elements. (Grok)

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Wednesday Season 2 First Look Revealed.

The latest on "Wednesday Season 2" includes a behind-the-scenes first look that was revealed as part of Netflix's Geeked Week celebrations, indicating the series will return in 2025. Here's what's known:

First Look: Fans have been treated to behind-the-scenes footage featuring the cast, including Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams, providing a glimpse into what's coming in the new season. This footage emphasizes that Season 2 will be "bigger and more twisted," promising a deeper dive into the horror elements of the series,

Cast and Crew: Returning cast members include Jenna Ortega, Luis Guzmán, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Emma Myers, and more, under the direction of Tim Burton for at least part of the season. The show also features new cast members and promises to expand on the existing characters' stories.

Plot Teases: While specific plot details are being kept under wraps, Jenna Ortega has hinted at incredible set pieces, suggesting visually richer environments or significant events that might tie into unresolved cliffhangers from Season 1, like the transformation and fate of Tyler.

Themes and Tone: There's an indication that Season 2 will continue to focus on Wednesday's journey of self-discovery and her relationship dynamics, particularly her attempt to carve out her path away from her family's influence. Additionally, the emphasis will be on horror over romance, aligning with Ortega's comments about avoiding forced romantic narratives.

Production: Filming for Season 2 commenced in May 2024, with locations including Ireland, signaling a potentially broader or different setting for some of the storylines.

Release: The series is set to return in 2025, maintaining the suspense and anticipation among fans who are eager for more of Wednesday Addams's dark-hearted adventures at Nevermore Academy and beyond.

The excitement around "Wednesday" Season 2 is palpable, with fans and critics alike looking forward to how the series will expand on its established gothic universe while introducing new elements of horror and mystery. (Grok)

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Based on the information available up to September 19, 2024, here are some updates and insights regarding Netflix:

Pricing and Plans: Netflix offers several subscription tiers, with the most basic ad-supported plan starting at $6.99 per month, which allows streaming on two devices in 1080p. The ad-free plans include Standard for $15.49 per month, which also supports streaming on two devices at 1080p, and Premium for $22.99 per month, which ups the ante to four simultaneous streams at 4K resolution. There's also an option to add extra member slots for an additional cost.

Content Updates: Netflix continues to add new TV shows, movies, and original content regularly. Recent or upcoming releases as of September 2024 include a variety of genres from survival dramas to supernatural horror, indicating Netflix's broad content strategy remains intact.

Event and Announcements: There was an event around the time of inquiry where Netflix planned to reveal updates on several highly anticipated series such as "One Piece Season 2", "Wednesday Season 2", "Black Mirror Season 7", "Squid Game Season 2", "Stranger Things", a "Devil May Cry" anime, and "Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2". This event underscores Netflix's commitment to both continuing popular series and exploring new avenues like anime.

User Interaction and Features: Netflix provides a service where content can be downloaded for offline viewing, which is particularly useful for viewers on the go or in areas with unreliable internet. The platform's user interface also includes features like profiles for kids with parental controls, and recommendations that improve with more viewing data.

Market Sentiment and Discussions: From X posts, there's considerable excitement and discussion around Netflix's content strategy, with users and media outlets focusing on new releases, price changes, and the platform's approach to both original content and licensed material.

Cost Considerations: There's mention in discussions about how Netflix's cost has nearly doubled for some users, reflecting the ongoing debate on the value of streaming services versus their cost, which might influence subscriber behavior and expectations for content quality and quantity.

Subscription Model: Netflix emphasizes its month-to-month subscription model, which allows users to cancel anytime without long-term contracts or cancellation fees, providing flexibility which is often appreciated in the dynamic streaming market.

Given these points, Netflix in 2024 continues to evolve, focusing on a diverse content library, enhancing user experience through technology and personalization, while facing the usual industry challenges like pricing satisfaction and content competition. The platform's strategy appears to blend global appeal with niche interests, aiming to cater to a broad audience while also pushing the boundaries with original programming. (Grok)

Media Man Editors: Massive few months for Netflix. Also mark down Terminator: Zero, The Queen Of The Villains and Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson (November 2024). And don't forget WWE Raw hits Netflix in January 2025. And even the official WWE Vault YouTube channel has plugged Netflix, and specifically "Dump", while uploading some classic Japanese pro wrestling matches to their own platforms.

Websites

Netflix
http://netflix.com

Netflix: TUDUM
http://netflix.com/tudum

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http://youtube.com/@Netflix

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Streaming Entertainment via Grok; X TV Tipped To Eventually Go Head To Head With YouTube, Netflix, But Will Take Many Years To Get To That Point; Customers Waiting To Churn/Switch. Changes Ahead For WBD, HBO, Binge, Paramount And Many Others - Too Many To List! Media Man Founder and Subscriber TV Veteran

Streaming entertainment has transformed how we consume media, offering a vast array of movies, TV shows, music, and more directly to our devices. Here's a breakdown of what's happening in this space as of my last update:

Major Players:

Netflix: Known for its original content like "Stranger Things," "The Crown," and "Squid Game." They've been pushing into gaming and have been experimenting with ad-supported models.

Amazon Prime Video: Comes with Amazon Prime membership. Notable for "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," "The Boys," and its integration with shopping and other Amazon services.

Disney+: A powerhouse for family entertainment, featuring Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and classic Disney content. It's also expanding its library with more adult-oriented content under the Star banner in some regions.

HBO Max: Offers premium content like "Game of Thrones," "Chernobyl," and a vast library of movies. It's also known for its DC Universe shows.

Apple TV+: While newer, it's making waves with high-quality originals like "Ted Lasso," "The Morning Show," and "See."

Peacock (NBCUniversal): Provides a mix of free and premium content, including "The Office," WWE, and original series like "Punky Brewster."

Paramount+: Combines CBS All Access with content from Paramount, Nickelodeon, MTV, and more, featuring shows like "Star Trek: Discovery" and "The Stand."

Trends and Developments:

Original Content: There's a massive push towards creating exclusive content to attract subscribers. This includes movies, series, documentaries, and even live sports.

Global Expansion: Services are increasingly focusing on international markets, either by offering local content or by making their service available in more countries.

Bundling: Companies are bundling their streaming services with other products. For example, Disney has bundles with Hulu and ESPN+.

Ad-Supported Models: To combat rising costs, some platforms like Netflix have introduced or are considering ad-supported tiers.

Direct-to-Streaming Releases: Movies are increasingly bypassing traditional theatrical releases, going straight to streaming platforms, especially noted during global health crises.

Quality Over Quantity: While there's a lot of content, platforms are also focusing on high-quality, award-winning productions to stand out.

Interactive Content: Some platforms are experimenting with interactive movies or shows where viewers can choose the plot direction.

Technological Integration: Enhanced with technologies like 4K, HDR, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos for audio, providing a cinematic experience at home.

Challenges:

Content Saturation: With so many platforms, there's a risk of content fatigue among viewers.

Churn: Subscribers frequently switch between services based on what's currently available, leading to high turnover.

Regulatory Scrutiny: Issues like market dominance, content licensing, and privacy are increasingly under regulatory lenses.

Piracy: Despite advanced measures, piracy remains a challenge, especially for content not easily accessible in certain regions.

If you're interested in a specific aspect of streaming entertainment or want to know about recent developments since my last update, feel free to ask! If there's a particular service or type of content you're curious about, I can dive deeper into those areas. (Grok)

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Streaming TV

Streaming TV has revolutionized how we consume television content, offering a vast array of shows, movies, and original programming through internet-based platforms rather than traditional cable or satellite TV. Here's a breakdown of what you might be interested in regarding streaming TV as of my last update:

Key Players:

Netflix: Known for its extensive library, original content like "Stranger Things," "The Crown," and "Squid Game," and a global reach.

Amazon Prime Video: Comes with an Amazon Prime subscription, offering shows like "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," "The Boys," and movies, plus the integration with shopping services.

Hulu: Offers a mix of current TV episodes, a robust library of older content, and originals like "The Handmaid's Tale." It's also notable for its live TV option.

Disney+: Focuses on family-friendly content, including Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, and National Geographic. Hits include "The Mandalorian" and "WandaVision."

HBO Max: Home to HBO's acclaimed series like "Game of Thrones," "Chernobyl," plus a wide range of Warner Bros. movies and new originals.

Apple TV+: While newer, it's gaining traction with high-quality originals like "Ted Lasso," "The Morning Show," and "Foundation."

Peacock: NBCUniversal's service, offering a mix of free and premium content, including "The Office," "Parks and Recreation," and new originals.

Trends and Features:

Ad-Supported vs. Ad-Free: Many services now offer tiers where you can choose between watching with ads for a lower price or paying more for an ad-free experience.

Live TV Streaming: Services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Sling TV allow streaming of live broadcast channels, appealing to sports fans and those who still want traditional TV experiences.

Bundling: Some platforms offer bundles with internet service providers or other streaming services to reduce costs.

Original Content: There's a significant push towards exclusive, original content to differentiate services, leading to a golden age of TV with high-quality, diverse programming.

Global Expansion: Services are increasingly focusing on global markets, offering localized content or subtitles/dubbing in multiple languages.

Technological Considerations:

4K and HDR: Many services now offer content in 4K resolution and HDR, enhancing viewing quality.

Offline Viewing: Most services allow downloading content for offline viewing, which is great for travel or areas with poor internet.

Smart TVs and Devices: Streaming is not just for computers or smartphones anymore; smart TVs, streaming sticks (like Roku, Amazon Fire Stick), and gaming consoles have made streaming accessible on almost any screen.

Challenges:

Content Fragmentation: With content spread across multiple services, there's a growing issue of "streaming fatigue" where consumers feel overwhelmed by the number of subscriptions needed.

Price Increases: As content quality and exclusivity rise, so do subscription costs, leading to discussions about the cost-effectiveness of streaming vs. traditional cable.

Piracy: The fragmentation and cost have somewhat revived piracy concerns as viewers look for ways to access content without multiple subscriptions.

If you're looking for recommendations or have specific questions about streaming services or shows, feel free to ask! If there's been a significant update or new service since my last update, you might want to check the latest reviews or news for the most current information. (Grok)

Streaming Industry News

Olympics fuels US TV viewership in August

September 2024

US Television viewing in August was boosted by the 2024 Paris Olympics, according to The Gauge report from Nielsen. The Summer Games had the most notable impact on broadcast viewership, notching growth levels more typical for September with increases of 8 per cent versus July and 11.7 per cent year over year. The broadcast category ultimately accounted for 22 per cent of TV in August, and when looking week-by-week, its share peaked during the first week of the interval with 24.3 per cent of TV.

On the streaming side, Peacock offered broad Olympics coverage to complement linear offerings, the success of which was demonstrated by a monthly viewership increase of 39 per cent for the streaming service overall, and nearly double the amount of viewers aged 35-49. These factors helped lift Peacock from a 1.5 per cent share of TV in July to a new platform-best 2.1 per cent share in August (+0.6 pts.). It also makes Peacock only the third streaming platform this year to record a 0.5 point share increase or more on a monthly basis, in addition to YouTube (February and July) and Netflix (June).

Olympics programming on NBC drew millions of viewers in both primetime and daytime windows. Across all of NBC’s Olympics telecasts that aired during the August interval, 32 of them totaled more than 5 million viewers, and 17 garnered more than 10 million viewers. Moreover, Olympics telecasts on NBC notched the top 19 broadcast telecasts of the month. Leading the charge with 17.9 million viewers was NBC’s July 30th primetime programme that highlighted Simone Biles and the US women’s gymnastics team winning gold in the team competition, as well as four American medals in swimming and the dramatic bronze-medal victory by the US women’s rugby team.
From a total television usage perspective, August levels were even with July. However, a year-over-year comparison revealed a larger imbalance, as usage this month was up 3.5 per cent versus August 2023. A notable year-over-year difference was also evident among broadcast program genres, with broadcast sports programme viewership up 239 per cent over August 2023, further illustrating the impact of the Games on the overall TV landscape.

Like the broadcast category, cable also exhibited a peak viewing week that coincided with a major TV event. The Democratic National Convention aired for four nights across multiple networks during the final week of the August interval, and during that week, cable’s share of television climbed to 27.9 per cent. The DNC also contributed to the top cable programmes in August, with MSNBC receiving most of the benefits. MSNBC owned the top 11 cable telecasts of the month, and 14 of the top 15. ESPN’s coverage of the Florida State vs Georgia Tech football matchup snagged the 12th spot. In the end, cable viewing was down 2 per cent from July and finished the month with 26.3 per cent of TV.

After several consecutive remarkable months, the streaming category had a softer month in August from a content perspective, but remained the clear winner overall with 41 per cent of TV (down 1 per cent, -0.4 pts.). Only one original programme broke into the month’s top 10 – The Umbrella Academy on Netflix totaled 3.9 billion viewing minutes – while the rest went to acquired titles including Prison Break, which led the way with 5.4 billion minutes across Netflix and Paramount+. Bluey on Disney+ generated over 4 billion viewing minutes to secure the second most watched streaming title this month. The animated Australian import helped drive an 8 per cent increase for the streamer, as Disney+ reached a platform high of 2.3 per cent of TV in August. Some of the 8 per cent boost can also be attributed to Hulu content available within the Disney+ platform to certain package subscribers.

YouTube won the month among streaming services for the 19th consecutive interval, posting another category and platform best in August with 10.6 per cent of TV. Compared with August 2023, YouTube has the largest year-over-year difference in share for any streaming platform and has added 1.5 points to its share of TV (9.1 per cent to 10.6 per cent). Meanwhile, the overall streaming category has gained 2.7 points YoY and is up 11 per cent versus August 2023. (Wires)

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Streaming Movies Top 10 (North America)

August 27, 2024

1. Furiosa (Max)

2. The Union (Netflix)

3. Jackpot (Prime Video)

4. The Instigators (Apple TV+)

5. Alien (Hulu)

6. The Bikeriders (Peacock)

7. Immaculate (Hulu)

8. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (Hulu)

9. Alien: Covenant (Hulu)

10. Twister (Max)

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Top 10 Streaming TV (North America)

August 27, 2024

1. Bad Monkey (Apple TV+)

2. The Umbrella Academy (Netflix)

3. Industry (Max)

4. The Bear (Hulu)

5. From (Prime Video)

6. Presumed Innocent (Apple TV+)

7. Emily in Paris (Netflix)

8. Time Bandits (Apple TV+)

9. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix)

10. Evil (Paramount+)

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Pop Culture/Streaming Entertainment

Top 10 Movies Streaming (United States)

August 20, 2024

Top 10 movies

1. The Instigators (Apple TV+)

2. The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (Hulu)

3. The Bikeriders (Peacock)

4. Deadpool 2 (Disney+)

5. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (Netflix)

6. Twister (Max)

7. Challengers (MGM+)

8. If (Paramount+)

9. Deadpool (Disney+)

10. Wicked Little Letters (Netflix)

Pop Culture/Streaming Entertainment

Top 10 Streaming TV (United States)

1. The Umbrella Academy (Netflix)

2. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix)

3. Presumed Innocent (Apple TV+)

4. House of the Dragon (Max)

5. Industry (Max)

6. Bad Monkey (Apple TV+)

7. Time Bandits (Apple TV+)

8. The Bear (Hulu)

9. Evil (Paramount+)

10. Batman: Caped Crusader (Prime Video)

Pop Culture/Streaming Entertainment

Top 10 Movies Streaming (United States)

1. The Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (Hulu)

2. Deadpool 2 (Disney+)

3. Twister (Max)

4. Deadpool (Disney+)

5. Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (Netflix)

6. Tarot (Netflix)

7. If (Paramount+)

8. Wicked Little Letters (Netflix)

9. Challengers (MGM+)

10. Abigail (Peacock)

Others

The Beekeeper (Prime Video)

Find Me Falling (Netflix)

My Spy: The Eternal City (Netflix)

*correct at time of publication

Streaming TV (United States)

Top 10 TV

1. House of the Dragon (Max)

2. A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Netflix)

3. Presumed Innocent (Apple TV+)

4. Batman: Caped Crusader (Prime Video)

5. Time Bandits (Apple TV+)

6. The Decameron (Netflix)

7. The Bear (Hulu)

8. The Boys (Prime Video)

9. Mayor of Kingstown (Paramount+)

10. Evil (Paramount+)

Streaming Service

An online provider of entertainment (music, movies, multi-episode series, etc.) that delivers content over an Internet connection to the subscriber's computer, TV or mobile device.

Netflix, Amazon Prime, Binge (Australia), Kayo Sports (Australia), Hulu, HBO, Disney, ESPN Plus, Gaia, Passionflix, Spotify, Discovery, Peacock, Paramount Plus, Triller TV, UFC Fight Pass, WWE Network and Apple TV+ are examples of paid streaming services.

Examples of free services include Amazon ABC iView, Freedive, Free TV, Hoopla, Kanopy, Pluto TV, Roku Channel, Snagfilms, Sony Crackle, SBS On Demand, Tubi TV, VUDU and Xumo.

The big streamers have been cutting their original content output

Where did all the new shows go?

By Tom Jones

Seasons change

If you’ve been mindlessly scrolling through streaming services and have been feeling even less enthused than usual, you may not be entirely to blame: almost all major US streamers have been cutting their original TV output this year, according to new analysis from Variety.

From content monolith Netflix, which released 203 original shows in the first half of 2023 compared with 174 in H1 ‘24, to Disney+, which has halved its already-slim original TV library as it continues an apparent shift to quality over quantity, shrinkage has hit the streaming world hard. Indeed, of the 8 major streamers Variety studied from Luminate data, only Max and Peacock maintained their output level year over year.

All told, the number of original seasons fell 19% at the 8 streamers tracked.

For a while, it seemed we might float forever on an endless stream of new series, as companies competed to supply viewers who’d become accustomed to basking in the Golden Age of Television. However, the financial reality of producing content in an increasingly-competitive arena where margins are tight and churn rates are growing is becoming apparent.

It’ll be interesting to see how streamers’ original show libraries stack up in the latter half of this year compared to H2 2023, when original production tallies at some major players began to reflect the effects of the extended Hollywood strikes. (Credit: Chartr with Sherwood_

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Netflix Netflix Q2 2024 Earnings
https://youtube.com/watch?v=wro9lCCgW0E

Netflix beats estimates as ad-supported memberships rise 34% from last year

Adds 8M Subscribers

278 million global subscribers

The streamer’s global paid memberships rose 16.5% year over year to 278 million. This marks one of the last updates Netflix will release regarding its membership numbers

Shareholder Letter:

“our biggest update in a decade.”

“This new interface provides more visible title information at a glance — including synopsis, genre and ratings”

“Title previews are also larger and more dynamic, with more immersive trailers and bigger box art to make browsing easier. We’ve also simplified the navigation bar and moved it to the top of the page to create quicker, easier short cuts. And this new design includes My Netflix, which has everything members have saved or watched and was previously only available on mobile.”

“The challenge for so many of our competitors is that while they are investing heavily in premium content, it’s generating relatively small viewing on their streaming services and linear continues to decline”

“we believe our biggest opportunity is winning a larger share of the 80%+ of TV time (primarily linear and streaming) that neither Netflix nor YouTube has today.”

“This has driven industry leading penetration, engagement and retention for us, which limits the benefit to Netflix of bundling directly with other streamers”

More Intel:

Netflix shares were down about 1.5% in extended trading following the earnings release.

Company performance per WSJ

Earnings per share: $4.88 vs $4.74 per share expected by LSEG

Revenue: $9.56 billion vs.9.53 billion expected by LSEG

Total memberships: 277.65 million global paid memberships vs. 274.4 million expected, per StreetAccount

Revenue was roughly $9.6 billion, up 17% compared to the same quarter last year, driven primarily by the increase in average paid memberships.

Netflix said it now expects full-year reported revenue growth of 14% to 15%, compared with previous guidance of 13% to 15%.

The company reported net income of $2.15 billion, or $4.88 per share, up from $1.49 billion, or $3.29 per share, during the second quarter of 2023.

Netflix’s global paid memberships rose 16.5% year over year to 278 million. This signals one of the last updates Netflix will release regarding its membership numbers.

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Japanese Female Pro-Wrestling Drama Series ‘The Queen of Villains’ Premieres September 19

How did one woman whip Japan into a frenzy? Launching on September 19, The Queen of Villains unveils the story of Dump Matsumoto, the most terrifying “heel” during the golden age of women’s pro wrestling in Japan. Spanning five episodes, the series explores the events that led to her rise decades ago.

From the ‘70s to the ‘80s, female pro-wrestling tag teams like “Beauty Pair” (Jackie Sato and Maki Ueda) and “Crush Gals” (Chigusa Nagayo and Lioness Asuka) became national icons. They captivated Japan not only by competing but also by singing and dancing in the ring. On the other side of this was Dump Matsumoto, the sworn rival of the “Crush Gals.” She made all of Japan her enemy, wreaking havoc in and outside of the ring. But once upon a time, young Dump Matsumoto was told she was too kind to be a villain. What events made her one of the most disliked figures in Japanese wrestling history?

Bringing these iconic female wrestlers to life is a talented cast chosen through auditions:

Multi-talented comedian Yuriyan Retriever portrays Dump Matsumoto.

Erika Karata (Desert of Namibia) plays Chigusa Nagayo, who starts as a failed wrestling trainee but eventually rises to stardom.

Ayame Goriki (Watashi ga Ore no Jinsei?!) portrays Lioness Asuka, known for being the most athletic and technical wrestler among her peers.

The renowned Osamu Suzuki developed, wrote, and produced the series. After hearing Matsumoto talk about the women’s pro wrestling era on his show, Suzuki was inspired to turn her story into a series and wrote the screenplay himself. Kazuya Shiraishi (The Devil’s Path, The Blood of Wolves, Lesson in Murder) serves as the supervising director, while Chigusa Nagayo herself led the actors’ physical training and presided over the wrestling scenes.

Watch the rise of these women to fame and the lessons their journeys hold today. The Queen of Villains premieres globally on September 19, only on Netflix.

About Netflix Series The Queen of Villains Cast: Yuriyan Retriever, Erika Karata, Ayame Gorik Developer, Producer, Screenwriter: Osamu Suzuki Supervising Director: Kazuya Shiraishi Director: Katsuhito Mogi Writer: Junya Ikegami Producers: Haruhiko Hasegawa Hidehisa Chiwata Produced by: Netflix Production Company: KADOKAWA Release Date: September 19, 2024 Episode: 5 episodes. (Credit: Netflix)

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Logline: The Queen of Villains unveils the untold story of Dump Matsumoto, a professional wrestler who ignited a boom in women's wrestling in the 1980s with her cult-like following. Unlike the iconic “Crush Gals” duo, Chigusa Nagayo and Lioness Asuka, Matsumoto made her mark as the most famous heel. Dominating television screens, they became a cultural phenomenon, captivating Japan. (Credit: Netflix)

Media Man: Pumped for Dump. We used to bring in VHS tapes of Dump and her associates into Australia in the late 80s and early 90s. One of the greatest women pro wrestlers of all time. The killer heel and queen bee of the ring. Netflix makes a killer and smart move in delivering this gem to the global audience. This will more than satisfy the cast majority of pro wrestling and fight fans, and we as those who love the hero vs villain scenario - a base of storytelling. Shakespearean and a beautiful violence. This is pop culture history.

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OVW and pro wrestling lifestyle continues to be showcased via Netflix

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