A Comprehensive Guide to Netflix's Most Popular Web Shows

Netflix has revolutionized the entertainment industry with its compelling and diverse content, gaining a global audience beyond its traditional TV viewership. The company shares some of their most remarkable metrics through their Netflix Top 10 website, which ranks shows based on total viewing hours within 28 days of their release. This list is based on global trends and showcases the most-watched web shows on Netflix across various genres. Whether you're a fan of drama, mystery, or science fiction, there are numerous popular web shows that have captured the attention of millions of viewers.

Top Netflix Shows by Viewing Hours

Interestingly, the show that led the rankings with an astonishing 1.65 billion hours of viewing in the first 28 days of release is none other than Squid Game. This intense survival game show has captured the imagination of audiences worldwide. Close behind are the second and third seasons of Bridgerton, with 656.2 million and 625.5 million hours respectively. Here is a full list of the top-ranking shows by their viewing hours:

Squid Game - 1.65 billion hours Bridgerton (season 2) - 656.2 million hours Bridgerton (season 1) - 625.5 million hours Money Heist part 4 - 619 million hours All of Us Are Dead - 560.8 million hours Stranger Things (season 3) - 582.1 million hours The Witcher (season 1) - 541 million hours Inventing Anna - 511.9 million hours 13 Reasons Why (season 2) - 496.1 million hours The Witcher (season 2) - 484.3 million hours 13 Reasons Why (season 1) - 475.6 million hours Maid - 469.1 million hours You (season 3) - 467.8 million hours

Genres of Popular Shows

For those looking to explore various genres on Netflix, there is a wide range of shows that cater to all tastes, from mystery to comedy. Here is a list of some of my personal favorite web shows based on genre:

Mystery

Sherlock How To Get Away With Murder 13 Reasons Why Mindhunter Sacred Games (web series)

Science Fiction

Stranger Things Sense 8 Black Mirror

Crime/Action

Money Heist (La Casa de Papel) Narcos Peaky Blinders

Comedy

Friends Brooklyn Nine-Nine Orange is New Black

Drama

Burning Suits

Fantasy

Lucifer Daredevil

Political Drama

House of Cards

Additional Notable Shows

Among the top web shows, there are additional popular series that have garnered significant attention, such as:

Stranger Things Orange is the New Black House of Cards BoJack Horseman Black Mirror Narcos The Crown Making a Murderer Mindhunter Altered Carbon Better Call Saul 13 Reasons Why Maniac

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Conclusion

Netflix has set new standards for television content, and the shows mentioned above are just a fraction of the exciting web series available on their platform. From the thrilling mysteries to the futuristic sci-fi and intense crime dramas, there's something for everyone. Whether you're browsing the most-watched shows by viewing hours or exploring different genres, Netflix has got you covered. Join the countless viewers who have fallen in love with these mind-blowing web shows and discover the magic for yourself today!