Gone are the days when you would have to wait for the telecast of your favourite movie or that super cool comedy show, now with the internet you can choose the cosiest time to have a gala time. Among the online entertainment services Netflix has earned more recognition and all its competitors are anything but a near 2nd.
The media-services provider has thousands of shows to choose from to help you get started or get that perfect show to binge over weekends.
We bring you the top 20 most popular TV shows on the platform according to Recode’s analysis of a Jumpshot’s survey. Views represent the percentage of total Netflix users who watched the show!
1. The Office(U.S.)
Views: 7.19%
After 6 years the show ended, the mockumentary still makes it to the trending tab of Netflix over and over. Over as many as 7.19% of the Netflix users watched Michael Scott, “The world’s best boss” cast his magic. The popularity of the show is only increasing with time.
2. Friends
Views: 4.13%
Forget Netflix for a moment, if the world had to create an all time top 5 of comedy television shows, Friends would be right up there. Six friends, six personalities are sure to send you on a laughter spree.
3. Parks and Recreation
Views: 2.34%
The antics of Leslie Knope(played by Amy Poehler) as she tries to make her town better seems to be working well with the viewers. Ended in 2015, the show ran 125 episodes!
4. Grey’s Anaotomy
Views: 2.11%
Love, Romance, Drama, this one has everything to give you a much-needed break from daily professional life chores. Meredith Grey’s tale is the only currently running show in the top 5!
5. New Girl
Views: 1.65%
The ever-so-beautiful Zooey Deschanel features in this popular comedy. The series made viewers laughed while it lasted for 146 episodes.
6. Supernatural
Views: 1.18%
The story of two brothers who became “hunters”; killing monsters, gods and demons who roam the earth.
7. That ‘70s Show
Views: 1.17%
It is amazing how a show that ended in 2006 has the ability to connect with the latest generation. The show is based in 70’s Wisconsin revolving around teenagers and their lives.
8. Criminal Minds
Views: 1.17%
Stories of FBI Behavioral Analysis Unit feature in the hit TV series. Crime, Mystery and Drama form the main genres of show. Mathhew Grey Gubler led show is currently in its 14th season.
9. NCIS
Views: 1.09%
Another crime-related show makes it to the top ten, but this time it is one where comedy takes priority. Created by the team of Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, the show has won 3 Primetime Emmys.
10. Arrested Development
Views: 0.84%
Oh, those 20 odd minutes! You would love and hate Michael Bluth’s family for giving him a hard time. The lead, Jason Bateman won a Golden Globe award for playing the role of Michael Bluth.
11. Shameless
Views: 0.84%
The story of an Irish American family, where the family’s “sensible” eldest Fiona try to balance her romance life and raising siblings.
12. Gilmore Girls
Views: 0.77%
Rory Gilmore, mother Lorelai Gilmore struggle with crazy neighbours. Lauren Graham received Golden Globe nomination for “Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Drama”
13. Frasier
Views: 0.74%
More comedy! 11 season to make you laugh, the show constantly finds itself in pop references. Not many would feel surprised to know that Kelsey Grammer received ‘Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical’ for the show. The serial also shared the honour for “Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical‘ with Mad About You in 1992.
14. Orange is the New Black
Views: 0.74%
The 59-minute run show has made fans all over the world crazy with its tough appeal. Taylor Schilling takes the role of Piper Chapman in this thrilling story.
15. BoJack Horseman
Views: 0.67%
First animated show in the list. BoJack is taken from a 90s hit “Horsin’ Around”. The voice of the lead is given by Arrested Development fame, Will Arnett.
16. Black Mirror
Views: 0.61%
Each show is different, each story is unique. Owned by Netflix since 2016, the show presents the backfire of the technologies of today.
17. The Vampire Diaries
Views: 0.61%
Who hasn’t bowled over Damon Salvatore? The Vampire Diaries continue to be a fan favourite and stands at number 17 in the list.
18. 13 Reasons Why
Views: 0.58%
The story of Hannah who succumbed to societal behaviour towards her, the story of Clay Jensen who couldn’t keep his lovelady alive. Since the launch, the show has received mixed reviews from critics but it seems like the loyal following have kept up with the show well into the second installment.
19. Big Mouth
Views: 0.57%
The only other second animated TV series to feature in the list. The show received praise for presenting everyday challenges of the teenage kids.
20. The Flash
Views: 0.54%
Oh the life of many kids’ favourite superhero. The story revolves around Barry Allen who after a comma discovers his superpowers.