Streaming Ratings: Stranger Things Reclaims Top Spot as Landman Continues Strong Run
After a brief challenge, Netflix’s Stranger Things has returned to the top of the streaming charts. For the week of January 19, 2026, the series garnered 1.66 billion viewing minutes, narrowly surpassing Paramount+’s Landman, which secured the No. 2 position with 1.615 billion minutes viewed, according to Nielsen’s Top 10 Overall Streaming chart.
Dominance of Streaming Giants
The latest Nielsen data reveals that five titles exceeded one billion viewing minutes, with Netflix leading the pack with three entries. Paramount+ and HBO Max each contributed one title to this elite group. Netflix maintains its position as the streamer with the most represented titles on the chart, boasting six entries, two of which are shared with other platforms.
Top Streaming Titles – Week of January 19
- Stranger Things (Netflix): 1.66 billion minutes
- Landman (Paramount+): 1.615 billion minutes
- The Rip (Netflix): 1.378 billion minutes
- His & Hers (Netflix): 1.371 billion minutes
- The Pitt (HBO Max): 1.191 billion minutes
- Southland (Netflix): 930 million minutes
- The Closer (Netflix, Peacock, Pluto TV): 911 million minutes
- Bluey (Disney+): 887 million minutes
- The Traitors (Peacock): 865 million minutes
- Grey’s Anatomy (Netflix, Hulu): 844 million minutes
Demographic Insights
Both The Rip and His & Hers demonstrated strong appeal among the Adults 35-64 demographic, with this age group accounting for 57% and 56% of their respective total audiences. The Pitt continued to draw viewers, with Season 2 accounting for 49% of its total viewership, while Season 1 comprised the remaining 51%.
Continued Success for Landman
Landman, which concluded its second season on Paramount+ on January 18, has consistently exceeded one billion viewing minutes for ten consecutive weeks since its premiere in November. Only Stranger Things has logged more total viewing time among original streaming series during this period. The Hollywood Reporter details the show’s continued success.
Christmas Streaming Records
Recent data indicates that Christmas Day 2025 marked the biggest streaming day in U.S. History, largely driven by the release of Stranger Things Season 5 and the continued popularity of Landman Season 2. MSN reported on the record-breaking numbers.
Looking Ahead
The streaming landscape remains highly competitive, with established hits like Stranger Things and emerging successes like Landman vying for audience attention. As new series premiere and existing ones release new seasons, the battle for streaming dominance is expected to continue, with Nielsen’s ratings providing a key indicator of performance. Deadline provides ongoing coverage of streaming trends.