The Biggest Show on Netflix in 2021 So Far
These are the most watched series on the streaming platform this year.
While this year is shaping up to allow for a lot more outdoor activity than 2020 did, we're still not ready to bid farewell to our beloved streaming services. People across the country continue to watch an awful lot of shows and movies on Netflix, from original productions to beloved classics available to enjoy again. With so much to choose from, it's hard to single out the most popular picks on the site. But if you're wondering what the biggest shows on Netflix in 2021 are thus far, there are some clear winners emerging.
Forbes is maintaining an updated list of the most popular Netflix shows, based on the number of times they appear on the Top 10 list on the Netflix homepage, along with their placement. These series—both Netflix Originals and existing productions—are given a score that reflects their popularity, then ranked accordingly. Read on to see which series people can't stop watching, including bold originals, family favorites, and a few true surprises. And if you're looking for more recommendations of what to stream, check out these 16 Netflix Shows You Can Watch From Start to Finish This Weekend.
25
Last Chance U: Basketball
76 points
24
Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir
78 points
23
Murder Among the Mormons
80 points
22
This Is a Robbery: The World's Biggest Art Heist
83 points
21
The Sinner
90 points
20
Lupin
103 points
19
Go, Dog. Go!
106 points
18
L.A.'s Finest
110 points
17
The Irregulars
112 points
16
The Serpent
116 points
15
The One
118 points
And for critics' favorite Netflix Originals, discover The 50 Best Netflix Shows Ever, According to Critics.
14
Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel
133 points
13
Fate: The Winx Saga
136 points
12
Night Stalker: The Hunt for a Serial Killer
153 points
And for more thrilling series to watch, check out The Best True Crime Shows on Netflix You Can Finish in a Weekend.
11
Cobra Kai
157 points
10
Henry Danger
162 points
9
Good Girls
181 points
And for more series you can't miss, revisit The Best TV Shows of 2020, According to Critics.
8
Jenni Rivera: Mariposa de Barrio
195 points
7
Behind Her Eyes
199 points
6
Who Killed Sara?
226 points
And for more entertainment content delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our daily newsletter.
5
Firefly Lane
238 points
4
iCarly
359 points
3
Ginny and Georgia
432 points
And for more to watch this weekend, here are 18 TV Shows You Can Watch on HBO Max From Start to Finish This Weekend.
2
Bridgerton
438 points
1
CoComelon
579 points
And for more family friendly fare, try these 13 Shows You Can Watch on Disney+ From Start to Finish This Weekend.
