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...
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