‘South Park’ Tops Paramount+’s Top 10 Most-Watched Shows List Last Week

Okay, as a total movie and TV person, let me tell you, Paramount+ is loaded this week. Seriously, there’s something for everyone. They’ve got all my old favorites, plus a bunch of new crime shows, classic comedies, and even some fresh takes on familiar stories. Whether you’re into cartoons, courtroom dramas, or just good old family craziness, you’ll find something to binge. They’re pulling out shows that basically defined TV, alongside stuff made just for streaming. We’re talking everything from small-town drama to mob wars, underwater adventures, and even spooky haunted houses! They’re dropping new seasons and have tons of older stuff, so it’s the perfect time to start a new show, go back to the beginning of one you love, or just rewatch all the iconic episodes.

10. ‘Matlock’ (2024–present)

‘Matlock’ is a new legal drama series starring Kathy Bates as Madeline Kingston, a retired lawyer who pretends to be a paralegal named “Matty Matlock.” She takes this undercover role to investigate a law firm she suspects was involved in her daughter’s death from an opioid overdose. The show first aired on CBS in September 2024, with the full season premiering in October. It’s produced by Sutton Street Productions, Cloud Nine Productions, and CBS Studios. Interestingly, the original ‘Matlock’ series exists within the show’s storyline as something that inspired Madeline’s disguise, creating a clever link to the past. After a successful first season, ‘Matlock’ returned for a second season in October 2025, and all episodes are available for streaming on Paramount+, which is building a collection of engaging legal and character-focused shows.

9. ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ (1996–2005)

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ is a comedy series created by Philip Rosenthal. It centers around Ray Barone, a sports writer, his wife Debra, their three kids, and his meddling parents and brother, who live nearby. The show ran on CBS for nine seasons, from 1996 to 2005, totaling 210 episodes and winning many awards, including multiple Emmys. Produced by companies like Where’s Lunch and Worldwide Pants, it was filmed with a live studio audience and a classic multi-camera setup. ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ is still popular today and can be streamed on Paramount+, where all episodes are available. While fans have hoped for a reboot, the cast and creators have decided against it, wanting to honor the memory of those who have passed away.

8. ‘Tracker’ (2024–present)

The CBS drama series ‘Tracker’ follows Colter Shaw, played by Justin Hartley, a highly skilled tracker who travels the country solving missing persons cases and assisting with challenging investigations. He accepts rewards for his work. The show debuted on February 11, 2024, immediately after the Super Bowl, giving it a significant launch. Filmed primarily in British Columbia, the series utilizes the area’s diverse scenery to stand in for locations across the United States. ‘Tracker’ has already been renewed for several seasons, with new episodes premiering in 2024 and 2025, and is available to stream on Paramount+ after they air on television.

7. ‘The Neighborhood’ (2018–present)

‘The Neighborhood’ is a comedy series following the Johnson family, a white family from the Midwest, as they adjust to life in a predominantly Black neighborhood in Pasadena, California. The show centers around the contrasting personalities of Dave Johnson, played by Max Greenfield, who is optimistic and welcoming, and his neighbor Calvin Butler, played by Cedric the Entertainer, who is initially skeptical of the changes. Premiering on CBS in 2018 and filmed in Studio City, California, the series uses each episode to examine themes of community, the impact of neighborhood changes, and family life. You can stream full episodes on Paramount+ after they air on TV.

6. ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ (1999–present)

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ is a funny animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg, who was also a marine science teacher. The show follows the adventures of a cheerful sea sponge and his friends in the underwater town of Bikini Bottom. It first aired on Nickelodeon in 1999 and has become one of the longest-running animated shows on television, with over a dozen seasons and many episodes. The world of SpongeBob has expanded with spin-offs like ‘Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years’ and ‘The Patrick Star Show,’ plus movies and special episodes. Most seasons are available to stream on Paramount+, although a few episodes, such as ‘Mid-Life Crustacean,’ have been removed after being reviewed by the network.

5. ‘Ghosts’ (2021–present)

“Ghosts” is an American comedy series based on a popular British show. It follows Sam and Jay, a couple who inherit an old, rundown house and find out it’s haunted by ghosts from different periods in American history. After a close call, Sam can suddenly see and talk to these ghosts, which throws a wrench into their plans to turn the house into a bed and breakfast. The show first aired on CBS in October 2021 and is mostly filmed in Montreal, Canada, which serves as the backdrop for the show’s rural setting. It’s been very popular and renewed for at least five seasons by 2025, with all episodes available on Paramount+ as well as on CBS, making it easy for fans of funny, character-driven shows with a supernatural twist to catch up.

4. ‘Mayor of Kingstown’ (2021–present)

“Mayor of Kingstown” is a dramatic series created by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon. It’s set in the fictional town of Kingstown, Michigan, where prisons are the main source of jobs, and explores themes of power, injustice, and the prison system. The show centers on Mike McLusky, played by Jeremy Renner, who tries to keep the peace between prisoners, guards, gangs, and the police. It first appeared on Paramount+ in November 2021 and has released several seasons of 10 episodes each, with a fourth season scheduled to premiere in October 2025. The new season will introduce fresh characters, like a strict new warden, and continue to delve into gang rivalries and the ever-changing dynamics of power both inside and outside of prison. All previous seasons are available to stream on Paramount+, so viewers can catch up on the town’s complex relationships from the start.

3. ‘NCIS’ (2003–present)

NCIS is a long-running crime drama that started as a spin-off of the show JAG. It follows a team of investigators within the Naval Criminal Investigative Service who solve crimes involving Navy and Marine Corps personnel. Premiering in 2003 on CBS, the show has become one of the longest-running dramas in television history, lasting over twenty years. It has also spawned several successful spin-offs, including shows set in Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Sydney, as well as a streaming series on Paramount+. With a large library of episodes and ongoing seasons, NCIS is a popular choice for viewers who enjoy character-focused mysteries and cases that are resolved each episode.

2. ‘Tulsa King’ (2022–present)

‘Tulsa King’ is a crime drama created by Taylor Sheridan about Dwight Manfredi, nicknamed ‘The General,’ a mobster who’s released from prison after 25 years and tasked with expanding his criminal operations to Tulsa, Oklahoma. The show premiered on Paramount+ in November 2022, with the first episodes also shown on Paramount Network to promote it alongside ‘Yellowstone.’ The first season ended in early 2023, and the second wrapped up in late 2024, following Dwight as he builds a team and faces off against local gangs and the police. A third season is planned, with new episodes coming to Paramount+ and more characters joining the story. Partially filmed on location in Tulsa, the series blends classic mob storytelling with a look at how an old-fashioned gangster adjusts to a new city and a changing world.

1. ‘South Park’ (1997–present)

South Park is an animated comedy created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone. It follows the adventures of four friends – Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny – growing up in a small town in Colorado. The show is known for its funny and often critical look at current events and society. Since it began in 1997, South Park has released many seasons and specials, changing its animation style over time but always maintaining a quick production schedule. Recently, the creators made a deal with Paramount Global to produce 50 new episodes and make all past and future seasons available on Paramount+, while continuing to air new episodes on Comedy Central. South Park is a key part of Paramount+’s adult animation offerings and keeps viewers engaged with its timely and relevant storylines.

Share which of these shows you’re streaming on Paramount+ this week in the comments.

2025-11-08 21:46