Netflix subscribers around the world have a lot to stream this summer, and two titles are rising above the rest. The Eric Bana-led mystery series Untamed and the genre-bending animated film KPop Demon Hunters are dominating the global Top 10 rankings, pulling in tens of millions of views and setting new records in the process.
Untamed Marks Another Hit for Mark L. Smith
The gripping new thriller Untamed, set against the majestic but treacherous backdrop of Yosemite National Park, soared to the No. 1 spot on Netflix’s global Top 10 English TV list with a staggering 24.6 million views in its debut week. Eric Bana stars as Kyle Turner, a troubled investigator unraveling a wilderness-set murder case with shocking twists.
The series marks the second No. 1 debut this year for co-creator Mark L. Smith, following the success of American Primeval back in January. With its moody visuals and chilling plot, Untamed has captivated audiences and sparked widespread discussion — particularly around its wild finale, which Netflix just dissected in a behind-the-scenes deep dive.
Smith is quickly solidifying his reputation as Netflix’s go-to creator for prestige survival thrillers with teeth.
KPop Demon Hunters Breaks Records in Its Fifth Week
On the film side, KPop Demon Hunters is making waves — and history. The stylish action-fantasy, centered on the chart-topping girl group HUNTR/X, retained its No. 1 position on the English Films list with 25.8 million views. Even more impressively, the film saw a viewership increase in its fifth week, a first in Netflix film history.
Blending supernatural battles with pop stardom, KPop Demon Hunters is proving to be more than a summer sensation — it’s a full-blown cultural phenomenon. Several original tracks from the film’s soundtrack are now climbing the Billboard charts, extending the movie’s influence well beyond the screen.
It’s not just fans who are singing the praises of HUNTR/X — Netflix has hinted at potential spinoffs and expanded universe content due to the film’s breakout performance.
Familiar Faces and Surprise Hits Round Out the Charts
While Untamed and KPop Demon Hunters took top honors, plenty of familiar favorites and newcomers held strong in this week’s charts. Tyler Perry returned to form with Madea’s Destination Wedding, which landed at No. 2 on the English Films list with 16.5 million views. That success also reignited interest in A Madea Homecoming (2022), which reappeared at No. 8.
Meanwhile, The Old Guard 2, the long-awaited sequel to Netflix’s immortal mercenary action film, came in at No. 4 with 6.2 million views. And in TV, the final season of The Sandman claimed No. 3, followed closely by the WWE’s Monday Night Raw (No. 5) and Lena Dunham’s new drama Too Much (No. 10).
On the documentary front, Amy Bradley Is Missing proved the enduring appeal of true crime, debuting at No. 2 on the English TV list with 12.2 million views. For viewers seeking something lighter, the bizarre-but-true Trainwreck: Balloon Boy made a splash at No. 3 among English films.
Global Titles Continue to Thrive
Beyond English-language content, Netflix’s international offerings are also making serious noise. Germany’s Brick, a taut mystery thriller, held onto the No. 1 Non-English Films spot with 22.3 million views. South Korea delivered yet again with Wall to Wall (No. 3) and Squid Game Season 3, which continues its reign at the top of the Non-English TV list with 7.8 million views.
Anime fans were treated to new chart entries as well: Tougen Anki, DAN DA DAN, and The Summer Hikaru Died all cracked the top 10, underscoring anime’s growing footprint on Netflix’s platform.
And in a nostalgic twist, the original Happy Gilmore surged back to No. 6 on the English Films list (4 million views) — just in time for the release of its long-awaited sequel, Happy Gilmore 2, which premieres this week.
Whether you’re in the mood for wilderness thrillers, K-pop demon battles, global mysteries, or golf club comebacks, Netflix’s July lineup has something for everyone — and the numbers prove it.
