Stranger Things Sets Netflix Top-10 Record With Four Seasons
Stranger Things leads Netflix’s weekly top-10 as four seasons appear at once; Season 4 remains a top English-language title while Season 5 release unfolds in three parts.
Netflix has made streaming history by placing four seasons of a single show in the weekly top-10—a first for the platform. Fans continue to tune in as curiosity builds ahead of season 5.
Four Seasons Dominate Netflix’s Weekly Top-10
For the week of November 17–23, the first season attracted about 4.1 million views, while the fourth season gathered 3.3 million views, placing it among the top ten. The second and third seasons each pulled roughly 3.1 million views, landing at seventh and ninth place respectively. Notably, Season 4 remains the third-most popular English-language Netflix series within its first 91 days, with a cumulative 140.7 million views.
- Season 1: 4.1 million views (week of Nov 17–23)
- Season 4: 3.3 million views
- Season 2: about 3.1 million views
- Season 3: about 3.1 million views
Season 4’s strong showing helps keep the series near the top as fans await the long-anticipated fifth season. The 91-day total for the fourth season stands at 140.7 million views.
Season 5 Release Plan
The fifth season will be released in three parts: the first four episodes drop on November 26, followed by three more on December 25. The final episode will be released on December 31, with episodes available on Netflix and in select movie theaters the same day.
Expert comment
Industry analyst Dana Reed says the split-release strategy for Season 5 demonstrates Netflix's continued use of staged chapters to sustain audience interest. This approach can boost long-term engagement and attract new subscribers following the rollout.
Summary
Stranger Things has set a new streaming milestone by placing four seasons in Netflix’s weekly top-10. Season 4 remains a powerhouse during its early months, while Season 5 will debut in three parts, ending with a combined Netflix-and-theatrical release. The show’s broad appeal and Netflix’s release strategy continue to drive strong viewer interest.
Four seasons in the top-10 at once shows the enduring appeal of Stranger Things and the effectiveness of releasing content in staged portions on streaming platforms.