Here is part 4 of the most watched series in the world, covering different genres, eras and platforms.
- The Morning Show (Apple TV+)
A drama about the ins and outs of the world of morning television, with standout performances by Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. - Manifest (NBC / Netflix)
A mysterious plane disappears for five years and reappears without its passengers having aged. Intrigue and supernatural phenomena. - The Haunting of Hill House (Netflix)
High-quality psychological horror, which mixes ghosts with family traumas in a masterful way. - Big Little Lies (HBO)
Drama starring great actresses about secrets, abuse and relationships in a wealthy community. - True Detective (HBO)
Anthology crime series with intense stories and memorable performances, especially in its first season. - Riverdale (The CW / Netflix).
A dark, modern take on the Archie Comics characters, with plenty of teen drama. - The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
A harrowing dystopia based on Margaret Atwood’s novel, with a strong social impact. - 9-1-1 (FOX)
Emergency drama that mixes intense action with shocking human stories. - This Is Us (NBC)
Family drama that intertwines several generations with a highly charged emotional and non-linear narrative. - Dead to Me (Netflix)
Black comedy about a friendship marked by secrets and betrayals, with unexpected twists and turns. - Pretty Little Liars (ABC Family / HBO Max)
Teen mystery series with a plot full of secrets, threats and twists. - Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story (Netflix).
Based on true events, explores the crimes of the infamous killer from a new perspective. - The Lincoln Lawyer (Netflix)
A charismatic lawyer who works from his car on high-stakes cases. Based on the novels by Michael Connelly. - Heartstopper (Netflix)
British youth series about the discovery of love between two boys, with a tender and positive approach. - 1899 (Netflix)
Mystery and science fiction series from the creators of Dark, set on a migrant ship in the Atlantic. - The Sandman (Netflix)
Adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s comic book, a mix of fantasy, darkness and mythology. - The Night Agent (Netflix)
Political thriller full of action, government secrets and conspiracies. - Inventing Anna (Netflix)
Inspired by true events, it chronicles the rise of a con artist who posed as a German heiress. - The Serpent (Netflix / BBC)
Based on true events, it tells the story of a serial killer who stalked travelers in Asia in the 1970s. - The Queen’s Gambit (Netflix).
A young chess prodigy struggles with her addictions and machismo in a visually impeccable series.
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.