Netflix's Most Watched Series of 2025: 'Adolescence' Tops the Rankings

Netflix's latest report reveals 'Adolescence' as the top series in 2025 with 145 million views.

Key Points

  • • 'Adolescence' tops Netflix's 2025 rankings with 145 million views.
  • • Seasons two and three of 'Squid Game' follow with 117 million and 72 million views, respectively.
  • • 'Zero Day' featuring Robert De Niro hits 61 million views; 'À l’aube de l’Amérique' at 47 million views.
  • • Netflix measures viewership through total views and hours watched.

Netflix has unveiled its audience report for the first half of 2025, spotlighting the most-watched series on the platform. Leading the pack is 'Adolescence,' a British mini-series that premiered on March 13, 2025, amassing a staggering 145 million views, making it the most popular series among subscribers.

Following 'Adolescence' are the much-anticipated seasons two and three of 'Squid Game,' which drew 117 million and 72 million views, respectively. The success of these seasons reinforces the show's global appeal and significant following since its initial release.

Additionally, other noteworthy series include 'Zero Day,' starring Robert De Niro, which garnered 61 million views, and 'À l’aube de l’Amérique,' with 47 million views. This report reflects Netflix's strategy of measuring viewership not only through total views but also hours watched, providing a detailed look into audience preferences during this period.