3 Years Later, Stranger Things Season 4’s Massive Netflix Viewership Record Has Finally Been Broken

As a film enthusiast, I must confess that one of the standout gems in Netflix’s original programming is Stranger Things. This captivating series debuted back in 2016 and truly hit its stride with Season 4, breaking all-time viewership records on the platform.

Ever since its debut in 2022, the show had been maintaining the second position among Netflix’s most popular English series, trailing only behind Wednesday Season 1. But as we gear up for Season 5 of Stranger Things, it seems the show’s run of good fortune has come to an end. According to recent reports, the limited series Adolescence has dethroned Stranger Things Season 4 from the second spot on the top list.

Stranger Things Season 4 was divided into two portions, debuting on May 27 and July 1. The season went all out and became a huge success. Its continued presence on Netflix’s distinguished list underscores this, as the fourth season boasted a staggering 140.7 million views and a mind-boggling 1.8 billion hours watched. This popular sci-fi series chronicles a group of teenagers residing in the fictitious town of Hawkins, Indiana, who uncover an alternate dimension that jeopardizes everyone’s existence. The tension escalated significantly in this near-conclusion season, as the main cast battled Vecna from the Upside Down, only for the dimension to seep into Hawkins in the nail-biting finale cliffhanger.

As a devoted cinephile, I must confess that the captivating allure of “Adolescence” has transcended its initial airing. This British limited series, gracing our screens on Netflix from May 13, has undeniably become a cultural sensation. Delving deep into a subject of unparalleled sensitivity, this crime drama has garnered an astounding 141.2 million views, with an impressive 541.4 million hours spent engrossed in its narrative.

In the gripping tale of “Adolescence,” we follow the life of a seemingly ordinary 13-year-old boy who finds himself entangled in a murder mystery involving his classmate.

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2025-06-03 22:20