Here is part 3 of the most watched series in the world, covering different genres, eras and platforms.
- Prison Break (FOX)
A prison thriller full of tension, unexpected twists and an escape story that gripped millions. - The Good Doctor (ABC)
Medical drama centered on a young surgeon with autism, which has been an international hit for its sensitivity and humanity. - Better Call Saul (AMC / Netflix).
Breaking Bad prequel that explores Saul Goodman’s past with great depth and style. - Firefly (FOX)
Cult sci-fi series with a mix of space westerns, acclaimed despite its short running time. - Desperate Housewives (ABC)
A darkly humorous drama about the lives of suburban housewives that was a global phenomenon. - Outlander (Starz / Netflix)
Romance, history and time travel in a production that has fascinated audiences around the world. - Glee (FOX)
Teen musical that combined teen drama, inclusivity and covers of hit songs. - Teen Wolf (MTV)
Supernatural series that conquered the young audience with werewolves, romances and action. - Sense8 (Netflix)
An ambitious and emotional series about eight telepathically connected people, with a global and inclusive approach. - Reign (The CW / Netflix).
Dramatization of the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, with romance, intrigue and modern stylization. - Elite (Netflix)
Spanish series about teenagers in an elite school, with mystery, sex and social criticism. - Shadow and Bone (Netflix)
Fantastic adaptation of Leigh Bardugo’s novels, with magic, action and a dark and original world. - The 100 (The CW / Netflix)
Post-apocalyptic science fiction where a group of young people must survive and make difficult moral decisions. - Supernatural (The CW)
Two monster-hunting brothers travel the U.S. confronting supernatural creatures for 15 seasons. - The Umbrella Academy (Netflix)
A dysfunctional group of super-powered siblings must prevent the end of the world. - Smallville (The WB / The CW)
The story of young Clark Kent before he became Superman. Popular for an entire decade. - Once Upon a Time (ABC)
Fairy tale characters living in the real world, with a magical narrative and many twists. - Jane the Virgin (The CW / Netflix)
Comedy drama that parodies telenovelas with wit, heart and a Latino slant. - Lucifer (FOX / Netflix)
Although it was mentioned before, it is worth noting its huge growth in popularity with Netflix after its initial cancellation. - Sex Education (Netflix)
British comedy about teens, sex education and relationships, with fresh humor and endearing characters.
Conclusion.
These series have not only been widely watched, but have also influenced popular culture, language, fashion and the way we consume entertainment. Whether because of their scripts, their characters or their narrative universe, they all have one thing in common: they have managed to connect with millions of people around the world.
