Week in Review: Top Picks in Film and TV Netflix
December 12, 2023This week’s entertainment lineup delivered thrills, laughter, and family-friendly options, captivating audiences across the globe.
English Films List: “Leave the World Behind” Dominates
Director Sam Esmail’s apocalyptic thriller, “Leave the World Behind,” featuring an all-star cast including Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, Mahershala Ali, Myha’la, and an ominous deer, claimed the top spot on the English Films List, with an impressive 41.7M views. The film’s gripping storyline and stellar performances make it the most-watched title of the week. Following closely, “Family Switch,” a body-swap comedy starring Jennifer Garner and Ed Helms, secured the second position with 18.6M views. Adam Sandler’s animated film “Leo” held strong in third place, accumulating 14.2M views in its third week.
English TV List: Laughs and Drama Take Center Stage
The English TV List witnessed a rollercoaster of emotions, with the action-packed comedy “Obliterated” claiming the top spot, amassing 9M views in its second week. The new YA drama “My Life with the Walter Boys” made a swoon-worthy debut at #2 with 7.5M views, gaining additional traction on TikTok. “Squid Game: The Challenge” continued to capture audiences’ attention, securing the third position with 6.6M views. Notable mentions include the sixth season of “The Crown” and the eighth week of “Virgin River,” claiming the sixth and eighth positions, respectively.
Non-English TV and Films Lists: International Gems Shine
On the Non-English TV List, the gritty crime drama “Blood Coast” from France seized the top spot, captivating viewers with its intense storyline and accumulating 5.6M views. The debut of a romantic comedy “Welcome to Samdal-ri” (Korea) at #5, Season 2 of “I Hate Christmas” (Italy) at #9, and YA drama “High Tides” (Belgium) at #10 added a diverse array of international content.
In the Non-English Films List, India’s much-anticipated comic adaptation, “The Archies,” made a powerful debut at #3 with 2.2M views. “Hard Days” from Japan and “Blood Vessel” from Nigeria claimed the ninth and tenth spots, respectively, showcasing the global appeal of action thriller and drama genres.
This week’s entertainment offerings demonstrated the universal allure of diverse storytelling, bringing audiences together to enjoy a wide range of cinematic and televised experiences.
