His & Hers Leads Netflix Viewing In H1 2026

The crime thriller 'His & Hers,' starring Jon Bernthal and Tessa Thompson, was the most-watched TV series on Netflix globally during the first half of 2026. The show accumulated 104 million views from its premiere on January 8 through June 30, according to Netflix's "What We Watched" report. This data highlights a trend where new series are achieving greater viewership than returning titles on the streaming platform.

Beyond 'His & Hers,' other new series also demonstrated strong performance. The report indicated that 60% of the top 10 most-viewed titles were new series, underscoring a shift in audience engagement towards fresh content. This contrasts with previous periods where established franchises often dominated viewership charts. The data set covers over 99% of all viewing hours on the platform, providing a comprehensive overview of audience preferences.

Netflix's "What We Watched" report, released semi-annually, offers transparency into viewing habits across more than 100 countries. The latest report, covering January 1 to June 30, 2026, includes data on over 18,000 titles. This initiative aims to provide creators and the public with insights into what content resonates with Netflix's global subscriber base. The report categorizes viewing by hours watched, with titles needing to surpass 50,000 hours to be included.

The report also detailed viewership for films, with the animated feature 'The Last Star' securing the top spot among movies, garnering 98 million views. Documentaries and non-English language series also featured prominently, indicating a diverse range of content consumption. For instance, the Spanish drama 'Echoes of the Past' achieved 72 million views, demonstrating the global appeal of international productions.