Netflix and Peacock compete head-to-head as their true crime docuseries about Laci Peterson capture massive viewership in the U.S., outshining other popular titles like "Emily in Paris" and "The Umbrella Academy."
The week of August 16-22 was a significant one in the streaming world, with Netflix and Peacock taking center stage. Both platforms released docuseries covering the infamous Laci Peterson case, captivating millions of viewers and dominating the streaming charts. Netflix's "American Murder: Laci Peterson" and Peacock's "Face to Face With Scott Peterson" were two of the most-watched streaming originals in the U.S. during this period, showcasing the ongoing public fascination with true crime.
Netflix’s "American Murder: Laci Peterson" secured the top spot on the streaming charts, recording 255.3 million minutes watched the previous week—despite only being available for two days within that time frame. The docuseries saw a significant boost in viewership during its first full week of availability, pushing it to the number one position. The series delves deep into the tragic 2002 murder of Laci Peterson, offering viewers a detailed narrative that has kept audiences glued to their screens.
On the other hand, Peacock's "Face to Face With Scott Peterson," which also explores the same case but from a different perspective, debuted at the bottom of the TV chart. Despite this lower ranking, it still garnered a notable 147.5 million minutes watched in just its first three days of streaming. This indicates a strong interest in the case, with viewers eager to consume content on both platforms to get a comprehensive understanding of the events.
While true crime content led the charts, Netflix’s popular dramedy "Emily in Paris" also made a strong showing. The fourth season of the series debuted in second place with an impressive 843.6 million minutes watched in its first full week of availability. The series, known for its light-hearted take on life in Paris, continues to be a consistent performer for Netflix. Its success this season is particularly noteworthy as only five episodes were released initially, with the remaining five scheduled for release in September, promising continued high viewership.
Beyond these top contenders, the chart was filled with repeat performers. "Love Is Blind: UK" held the third spot with 402.9 million minutes watched, followed closely by "The Umbrella Academy" Season 4 and "Love Island USA" Season 6. These shows have maintained steady audiences, reflecting their ongoing popularity and the loyalty of their fanbases.
Apple TV+'s new offering, "Bad Monkey," featuring Vince Vaughn, made a notable debut in sixth place with 218.4 million minutes watched. This dark comedy has been well-received, and its strong entrance onto the charts suggests it could be another hit for Apple TV+.
Meanwhile, other familiar titles like "Bel-Air" Season 3 and "Evil" Season 4 continued to perform well, indicating that streaming audiences are still engaged with these longer-running series. "Bel-Air" accumulated 210.2 million minutes watched, while "Evil" garnered 156.7 million minutes, showcasing the enduring appeal of both shows.
In the realm of films, Netflix’s "The Union" was the clear winner, not only becoming the top film of the week but also the most-watched title across all categories with a staggering 1.7 billion minutes watched. This Halle Berry and Mark Wahlberg-led spy comedy significantly outpaced its competition, more than tripling the viewership of the next highest-ranking film, Amazon Prime Video’s "Jackpot!" which logged 412 million minutes in its first full week.
Other films that made a mark included "The Instigators" on Apple TV+ with 154 million minutes watched, followed by a range of titles such as "Inside the Mind of a Dog" and "Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie," each pulling in between 42.2 million and 78.6 million minutes. These figures illustrate the diversity of content that continues to draw audiences, from animated features to intense psychological dramas.
As the streaming landscape continues to evolve, the competition between platforms intensifies. The success of true crime series like those focusing on the Laci Peterson case highlights the enduring appeal of this genre. At the same time, the ongoing popularity of lighter fare like "Emily in Paris" and "The Union" underscores the broad range of interests among streaming audiences. Moving forward, it will be interesting to see how platforms like Netflix, Peacock, and Apple TV+ continue to innovate and capture the attention of viewers in this highly competitive space.
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Source: Variety
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