The Most Streamed TV Shows Of 2026 (So Far)
Nielsen has released its rankings for the first half of 2026, revealing the most-streamed TV shows across original series, acquired titles and overall viewing.
Nielsen's latest streaming rankings for the first half of 2026 reveal the 20 most-watched TV shows. Among original series, Netflix leads with 11 entries, nine of which are exclusive to its platform. Prime Video, Hulu, Peacock, Apple TV, HBO Max, and Paramount+ each have two shows in the Top 20, while Disney+ has no representation.
Netflix's "Stranger Things" is the most-streamed original, with 23.261 billion minutes viewed, narrowly beating "Bluey" from Disney+, which garnered 22.809 billion minutes despite having more episodes. HBO Max's "The Pitt" and Paramount+'s "Landman" are the only original series to crack the Top 20. Hulu's "Paradise" ranks 14th, while Apple TV's "Shrinking" is at No. 20.
The only new series to make the Top 20 is Netflix's limited series "His & Hers," at No. 10. Acquired shows dominate the list, with Netflix's "Bluey" leading the pack, followed by Grey's Anatomy, The Big Bang Theory, SpongeBob SquarePants, and Family Guy.
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