Streaming ratings: ‘KPop Demon Hunters‘ Sees Record Week as ‘Bluey’ and ‘Gray’s Anatomy’ Climb Charts
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The week of August 11, 2025, saw continued strong performance from several streaming titles, with Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters reaching a new viewership peak. The series benefited from the popularity of the single “Golden,” featured on its soundtrack. Meanwhile, Disney+’s Bluey and the multi-platform Grey’s Anatomy made notable gains in the Nielsen streaming charts. Here’s a breakdown of the top 10 most-watched titles:
Top 10 Streaming Titles (Week of August 11, 2025)
Here’s a look at the top 10 streaming titles, based on nielsen’s data for the week of August 11, 2025:
- KPop Demon Hunters (Netflix): Reached its most-watched day ever on August 16, nearly two months after its June debut.
- Golden (soundtrack): The hit single “Golden” contributed to the continued success of KPop Demon Hunters.
- Bluey (Disney+): Moved up one spot to fourth place,garnering 869 million viewing minutes. Disney+
- Grey’s anatomy (Netflix/Hulu): jumped four places to No.5, with 783 million minutes viewed. This medical drama continues to perform well across multiple platforms. Grey’s Anatomy on Hulu
- SpongeBob SquarePants (Paramount+): Rose from eighth to sixth place, achieving 771 million minutes viewed. Paramount+
- The Hunting Wives (Netflix): Dropped four spots to No. 7 with 761 million viewing minutes. Netflix
- King of the Hill (Hulu): Fell to eighth place from second with 714 million minutes viewed. The revived animated sitcom experienced a significant drop in viewership. Hulu
- Family Guy (Hulu): landed in ninth with 660 million viewing minutes. Family Guy on Hulu
- The Big Bang Theory (HBO Max): Finished in the final position on the chart with 648 million minutes viewed. HBO Max
Key Takeaways
* Music Drives Viewership: The success of KPop Demon Hunters demonstrates the power of a popular soundtrack in attracting and retaining viewers.
* Animated Content Remains Strong: SpongeBob SquarePants, King of the Hill, and Family Guy all maintained significant viewership, highlighting the enduring appeal of animated series.
* Multi-Platform Success: Grey’s Anatomy‘s performance across both netflix and Hulu shows the benefits of content availability on multiple streaming services.
* Fluctuating Popularity: King of the Hill experienced a substantial drop in viewership, illustrating how quickly streaming trends can shift.
The Evolving Streaming Landscape
The streaming landscape remains highly competitive, with viewership numbers fluctuating weekly. The continued success of established franchises like Grey’s Anatomy and SpongeBob SquarePants, alongside the breakout performance of newer titles like KPop Demon Hunters, demonstrates the diverse range of content that appeals to streaming audiences. As more streaming services emerge and content libraries expand, tracking these viewership trends will be crucial for understanding consumer preferences and the future of entertainment.