Here Are the Top 15 Most-Popular TV Shows on IMDb This Week, with ‘Stranger Things’ on Top Yet Again

As a total movie and TV buff, I’ve been watching the streaming world change so fast! Right now, everyone seems to be into either really intense, gripping dramas or revisiting stories they already love – think continuations of popular franchises. This week’s most popular shows are a real mix of both, from limited series that everyone’s buzzing about to long-running hits that just keep going strong. Basically, these are the shows everyone’s searching for and talking about online – the ones that are really capturing people’s attention all over the world.

‘Ripple’ (2025–)

This series tells the story of how a single event unexpectedly connects the lives of different people and alters their futures. We see characters grappling with difficult emotions as their choices ripple outwards, impacting everyone around them. The show explores ideas about destiny and how even small interactions can have big consequences, all set in a contemporary world. A talented group of actors bring nuance and realism to this compelling drama about chance and what happens next.

‘Man vs Baby’ (2025)

Rowan Atkinson is back with a funny new series about the challenges of looking after a baby. The show follows a man as he hilariously struggles with all the everyday chaos of being a parent, with each episode building on the last. It’s full of classic, visual comedy, showing the funny and frustrating side of family life. This marks a return to shorter, self-contained episodes for the well-known comedian.

‘The War Between the Land and the Sea’ (2025–)

This short series expands on the world of a popular British sci-fi show about UNIT, a global defense organization. The story centers around a dangerous threat rising from the ocean depths, aiming to take over Earth. Key characters must work together across nations to stop a massive environmental and military crisis. Expect a mix of political maneuvering and thrilling encounters with aliens.

‘Breaking Bad’ (2008–2013)

Bryan Cranston stars as a high school chemistry teacher who turns to making illegal drugs to provide for his family. He teams up with a former student, and together they produce a remarkably pure product that soon draws unwanted attention from both the police and dangerous drug cartels. The show charts his descent from a quiet, unassuming teacher into a cold and calculating criminal. After five seasons, it wrapped up its original run but continues to be a highly regarded and popular drama.

‘The Abandons’ (2025–)

Set in 1800s Oregon, this Western drama follows a group of families struggling to build lives on the frontier. Starring Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey, the series focuses on their pursuit of prosperity and the challenges they face as outsiders try to take their land. To survive, these homesteaders must forge unexpected partnerships and confront difficult choices in a ruthless fight to protect their homes and what they’ve built. It’s a raw and realistic look at frontier life and the sacrifices people make to secure their future.

‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ (2023–)

Walker Scobell plays a young boy who learns he’s a demigod – the son of Poseidon. He then sets out on a dangerous quest to stop a war between the Greek gods. Along the way, he teams up with a satyr and the daughter of Athena to find Zeus’s stolen lightning bolt. Their journey takes them across America, where they encounter mythological monsters and visit secret places connected to the gods. This new movie version closely follows the story from the popular book series.

‘Game of Thrones’ (2011–2019)

In the fantastical world of Westeros, powerful families fight for generations to claim the Iron Throne. This epic tale blends political scheming with the looming threat of supernatural forces gathering beyond a huge ice wall in the north. The land is filled with ancient dragons and clashing kingdoms, as noble houses deal with both betrayal from within and invasion from outside. The television series based on these high fantasy novels became a worldwide sensation over its eight seasons.

‘The Beast in Me’ (2025)

Claire Danes plays a writer escaping her grief who becomes intrigued by her neighbor, portrayed by Matthew Rhys. The series centers on her efforts to learn about his past as she also confronts her own painful experiences. As she digs deeper into a high-profile case from years ago, suspense builds. This psychological thriller delves into themes of obsession and the hidden sides of people’s personalities.

‘Emily in Paris’ (2020–)

Lily Collins stars as a driven marketing professional from Chicago who lands her ideal job with a high-end company in Paris, bringing an American viewpoint to the team. The show follows her as she adjusts to a new culture, manages work, and deals with a lively personal life, including several romantic relationships and stylish fashion experiences. This charming romantic comedy has evolved over multiple seasons, with the story expanding to include more adventures and destinations.

‘Landman’ (2024–)

This series, starring Billy Bob Thornton, is set against the backdrop of the thriving West Texas oil industry. It explores the lives of both the workers and the wealthy individuals involved, and examines the human and environmental consequences of modern energy production. The story follows a crisis manager as they work to maintain operations amidst the risks and challenges of the oil fields, offering a realistic and gritty portrayal of the pursuit of oil and gas.

‘Heated Rivalry’ (2025–)

This series follows hockey stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie as they navigate a fierce rivalry both on and off the ice. They develop feelings for each other but must keep their connection secret from fans and teammates, fearing it could jeopardize their careers. Over several years, their relationship grows amidst the pressures of fame and the challenges of professional hockey, highlighting the sacrifices they make for love in a highly competitive world.

‘Fallout’ (2024–)

Set in a ruined Los Angeles after a nuclear disaster, this story follows a young woman’s search for her father. Starring Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins, the series depicts a world where survivors must venture back into the dangerous, irradiated wasteland. Along the way, she faces mutated creatures and clashes between groups battling for control of what little technology remains. The show mixes dark humor with the harsh realities of survival, and explores the stark contrast between those who have and those who have nothing, all based on the popular video game series.

‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ (2025–)

This series tells the story of how a terrifying, supernatural creature came to haunt a small town in Maine, appearing every twenty-seven years. Taking place long before the original story, it follows a new group of townspeople as they uncover the dark secrets of their community’s past. The show explores local myths and past events that led to the legend of the shape-shifting monster, building on the world created by Stephen King with a focus on psychological horror.

‘Pluribus’ (2025–)

Rhea Seehorn plays a woman trying to live in a dramatically changed future world. The story focuses on her work within a complicated government system, where she discovers secrets that could cause major upheaval. Each episode examines the difficult choices faced by both leaders and ordinary people. The series is known for its focus on compelling characters and thought-provoking, imaginative storytelling.

‘Stranger Things’ (2016–2025)

In the small town of Hawkins, Indiana, a tight-knit group of friends stumbles upon a web of secrets involving hidden government projects and a strange alternate reality. Starring Millie Bobby Brown as a girl with powerful psychic abilities, the series follows the friends as they confront dangerous scientists and terrifying creatures from another dimension. Over several years, they mature while facing ever-growing threats to their town and the world. The latest season brings the epic story of Hawkins and its residents’ fight against the forces of the Upside Down to a satisfying conclusion.

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2025-12-29 13:17