“ONE PIECE” Sets Sail to the Top of English TV List with Record Views
September 8, 2023The world of entertainment has been abuzz as “ONE PIECE” sailed straight to the top of the English TV List, amassing an astonishing 18.5 million views within just four days of its release. This remarkable feat solidifies its status as a global sensation. The series achieved a spot in the Top 10 across a staggering 93 countries, with a triumphant debut at #1 in 46 of them.
Based on Japan’s highest-selling manga series in history, which boasts more than 500 million copies sold worldwide, the live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s epic tale has garnered one of Netflix’s highest audience scores ever. A heartfelt thank you goes out to the legions of “straw hats” who came together from around the globe for fan screenings and celebrations spanning across 10 countries.
In the second spot on the list, the UK thriller “Who Is Erin Carter?” showcased its strength with an impressive 15.8 million views, while newcomers also made their presence felt. The docuseries “Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones” secured third place with 5.7 million views, and “Disenchantment Part 5” claimed the tenth spot with 4.6 million views.
Returning titles filled the rest of the roster, with “Painkiller” at #4 (3.4 million views), “The Ultimatum: Marry Or Move On Season 2” at #5 (3.1 million views), “Depp V. Heard” at #6 (2.7 million views), “Untold: Swamp Kings” at #7 (1.9 million views), and “Gabby’s Dollhouse Season 8” at #9 (1.5 million views).
Adam Sandler’s “You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah” Tops English Films-List
In the realm of English films, Adam Sandler’s family comedy “You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah” climbed to the coveted #1 spot in its second week of release, amassing an impressive 21.9 million views. The film’s humor and heartwarming storyline have clearly resonated with audiences.
Returning favorites also made their presence known, with the animated film “The Monkey King,” starring Jimmy O. Yang and Bowen Yang, securing second place with 6.6 million views. The star-studded spy action-thriller “Heart of Stone,” featuring Gal Gadot, Jamie Dornan, and Alia Bhatt, took the third spot with 5.2 million views.
Debuting in fourth place is the interactive romantic comedy “Choose Love,” where viewers make choices for the main character Cami as she navigates her love life, captivating 6.5 million viewers with its unique storytelling.
Norwegian Fantasy Series “Ragnarok” Reigns Supreme in Non-English TV List
The Norwegian fantasy series “Ragnarok” made a triumphant sweep in the Non-English TV List, with all three seasons making appearances. Season 3 claimed the top spot with 6.3 million views, followed by Season 2 at #4 (2.7 million views), and Season 1 at #5 (2.6 million views).
Korean titles dominated the list, showcasing their global appeal. K-drama “Mask Girl” clinched the #2 spot with 3.5 million views, while the romantic comedy “Destined with You Season 1” secured the #3 position with 2.9 million views. The supernatural mystery “Behind Your Touch” ranked #7 (1.4 million views), and the romantic comedy “King the Land” held the #8 spot (1.3 million views). Japanese animes also left their mark, with “Baki Hanma Season 2” amassing 2 million views and “My Happy Marriage” bringing in 1.2 million views to claim the sixth and tenth positions, respectively.
Heartwarming Mexican Comedy “The Great Seduction” Tops Non-English Films-List
In the Non-English Films List, the heartwarming Mexican comedy “The Great Seduction” made a charming debut, securing the top spot with 5.4 million views. Joining the ranks of debuts were the Swedish thriller “A Day and a Half” in third place (4.4 million views), the Dutch romantic comedy “Happy Ending” in fifth place (2.3 million views), and the Bollywood romance “Friday Night Plan” in ninth place (0.8 million views).
The remainder of the list featured returning favorites, including the Spanish horror film “Killer Book Club” at #2 (5.3 million views), the Polish romance “Squared Love Everlasting” at #4 (2.4 million views), Brazilian true crime documentary “A Life Too Short: The Isabella Nardoni Case” at #6 (1.3 million views), and the German dystopian thriller “Paradise” at #7 (1 million views) in its sixth week on the list.