This week, Netflix released its first-ever comprehensive engagement report, detailing the most-watched shows in the first half of 2023.
Netflix data reveals the Top 10 most-watched shows in first half of 2023
This marks the beginning of a new era for the streaming giant, as it plans to issue these reports biannually, offering deeper insights into viewer preferences and trends.
The inaugural report covers a wide range of content, from original series to licensed titles, reflecting the diverse tastes of Netflix’s global audience.
Here are the top 10 most-watched shows on Netflix from January to June 2023:
- “The Night Agent: Season 1”: Dominating the list, this thriller series amassed 812.1 million hours viewed since its release on March 23, 2023.
- “Ginny & Georgia: Season 2”: Premiering on January 5, 2023, this beloved family drama series racked up 665.1 million hours viewed.
- “The Glory: Season 1”: This gripping series, released on December 30, 2022, captured audiences with 622.8 million hours viewed.
- “Wednesday: Season 1”: Launched on November 23, 2022, this new take on a classic character intrigued viewers, resulting in 507.7 million hours viewed.
- “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story”: With its premiere on May 4, 2023, this historical drama earned 503 million hours viewed.
- “You: Season 4”: The latest season of this psychological thriller, released on February 9, 2023, attracted 440.6 million hours viewed.
- “Alice in Borderland: Season 2”: With its release on December 22, 2022, this thrilling series captivated viewers, resulting in significant viewership numbers.
- “Outer Banks: Season 3”: This adventure series, released in early 2023, continued to draw in a substantial audience with its latest season.
- “Murder Mystery 2”: The sequel to the popular film, released in the first half of 2023, saw massive viewership, reflecting the audience’s love for its blend of comedy and mystery.
- “Extraction 2”: Following the success of its predecessor, this action-packed sequel, released in 2023, quickly became a favorite among viewers.
Beyond the individual success of these titles, Netflix’s overall performance in the first half of 2023 was notable.
According to their third-quarter earnings report, the platform saw a revenue of $8.5 billion, paid net adds of 9 million, and an operating margin of 22.4%.
The forecast for FY23 operating margin has been set at 20%, at the high end of the previously estimated range of 18% to 20%.
This growth is attributed to the platform’s strong content slate, strategic investments in original programming, and expansion into new international markets.