Here Are the Top 15 Most-Popular TV Shows on IMDb This Week, with ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ on Top

This week’s most-watched TV shows offer a wide variety, from spooky horror origins to international political dramas. The list includes both brand-new series and established hits that people can’t stop watching. Some shows build on existing stories, while others are fresh and original, gaining popularity through clever writing, famous actors, and interesting themes. With options spanning horror, fantasy, animation, spy thrillers, romance, and serious dramas, there’s something for everyone. Let’s take a look at what each show is about, its origins, and how it’s doing in today’s television world.

‘The Last Frontier’ (2025– )

“The Last Frontier” is a thrilling drama series on Apple TV+ created by Jon Bokenkamp and Richard D’Ovidio. The story unfolds near Fairbanks, Alaska, and centers on U.S. Marshal Frank Remnick, played by Jason Clarke, who is tasked with safeguarding his town after a plane crash releases a group of dangerous criminals into the Alaskan wilderness. The series also stars Dominic Cooper, Haley Bennett, Simone Kessell, and Alfre Woodard. The first season, consisting of six hour-long episodes, debuted on October 10, 2025. It’s a production of Pickpocket Entertainment, Bokenkamp & Benson, and Apple Studios, blending the intensity of a survival story with a captivating, ongoing manhunt.

‘Game of Thrones’ (2011–2019)

Game of Thrones is an American fantasy drama created by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss for HBO. It’s based on George R.R. Martin’s novels, ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’. The show takes place in the fictional worlds of Westeros and Essos and tells several interwoven stories. These include the battles between noble families for control of the Iron Throne, the return of a Targaryen heir, and the looming danger of an ancient supernatural enemy. It aired from April 2011 to May 2019, lasting eight seasons with 73 episodes, and was filmed in various locations across the UK, Croatia, Iceland, Spain, Malta, Morocco, and Canada. Produced by HBO with several partners, the show featured a large cast and became one of HBO’s most popular series, leading to spin-offs like the prequel, ‘House of the Dragon’.

‘Only Murders in the Building’ (2021– )

Okay, so ‘Only Murders in the Building’ is this fantastic show on Hulu that Steve Martin and John Hoffman created. As a true crime podcast fan myself, I was immediately hooked! It’s set in this super fancy apartment building in New York, called the Arconia, and it follows three neighbors – Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez – who are all obsessed with true crime. When someone dies in their building, they decide to start their own podcast to investigate! Each season brings a new murder connected to the people who live and work there, and we get to learn more about the three main characters as they solve the cases. It first came out in August 2021 and they’ve already released five seasons – Hulu’s already renewed it for a sixth, which is awesome! It’s gotten a ton of recognition too, with nominations for big awards like the Emmys, Golden Globes, and even a Screen Actors Guild award for the whole cast.

‘Boots’ (2025– )

‘Boots’ is a new comedy-drama series on Netflix that follows Cameron Cope, a young man from Louisiana who joins the Marine Corps with his best friend, Ray. Set in the 1990s, the show explores Cameron’s experiences with the challenges of basic training and his struggle to come to terms with his sexuality. Based on Greg Cope White’s memoir, ‘The Pink Marine,’ ‘Boots’ stars Miles Heizer as Cameron, Liam Oh as Ray, and Vera Farmiga as Cameron’s mother, whose own story runs alongside his. The first season has eight episodes, each about 40 to 50 minutes long, and combines scenes of boot camp life with family drama at home. It was created by Andy Parker and premiered on Netflix on October 9, 2025. The series is produced by Act III Productions and Sony Pictures Television.

‘The Diplomat’ (2023– )

“The Diplomat” is a Netflix political thriller created by Debora Cahn. The series follows Kate Wyler, a seasoned American diplomat played by Keri Russell, who unexpectedly becomes the U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom amidst a global crisis. She must balance the demands of this high-pressure job with the challenges of her marriage to another diplomat, Hal Wyler. The show features a strong supporting cast including Rufus Sewell, David Gyasi, Ali Ahn, Rory Kinnear, and Allison Janney. Since its debut on April 20, 2023, “The Diplomat” has released three seasons and been renewed for a fourth, delving into the complexities of U.S.-U.K. relations, NATO, and White House politics. The series has earned critical acclaim, including an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Drama Series and multiple acting nominations for Keri Russell.

‘Monster’ (2022– )

“Monster” is a true crime anthology series on Netflix created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan. Originally planned as a single season about Jeffrey Dahmer, its popularity led to the show becoming an ongoing series, with each season exploring a different famous and disturbing murder case. The second season, titled “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story,” details the 1989 murders of José and Kitty Menendez and the trials that followed. Netflix has announced a third season, focusing on the case of Ed Gein, continuing the series’ pattern of examining cases that captivated the public. The show has gained attention for its actors, including Evan Peters, who received awards for his role as Dahmer, and Javier Bardem and Chloë Sevigny, who starred in the Menendez family storyline.

‘The Asset’ (2025– )

“The Asset” is a Danish crime drama about espionage that debuted on Netflix globally on October 27, 2025. The series, created by Samanou Acheche Sahlstrøm and Kasper Barfoed, centers on Tea Lind, an undercover agent who goes deep into a criminal organization and develops a risky connection with Ashley, the leader’s girlfriend. Clara Dessau plays Tea, and the main cast also includes Maria Cordsen, Afshin Firouzi, and Nicolas Bro. Produced by Profile Pictures, the first season has six episodes, each lasting around 45 to 50 minutes. Netflix is distributing the show worldwide with subtitles and dubbing, adding it to their collection of European spy and crime series.

‘Down Cemetery Road’ (2025– )

“Down Cemetery Road” is a British thriller series based on Mick Herron’s 2003 novel. Adapted for television by Morwenna Banks and directed by Natalie Bailey, the eight-part drama follows Sarah Trafford, a conservationist who becomes fixated on the disappearance of a young girl after an explosion rocks her peaceful Oxford neighborhood. Starring Emma Thompson as private investigator Zoë Boehm and Ruth Wilson as Sarah, the series also features Adeel Akhtar and Nathan Stewart-Jarrett. Produced by 60Forty Films, it premiered on Apple TV on October 29, 2025, and will continue into December. The story blends a family drama with a larger conspiracy as Sarah and Zoë investigate the explosion and the missing child.

‘Task’ (2025)

‘Task’ is a seven-episode HBO crime drama miniseries created by Brad Ingelsby. Set in the Philadelphia suburbs, the show follows an FBI agent who assembles a team to investigate a series of violent robberies. The surprising culprits turn out to be a local family. Ingelsby, known for his interest in crime stories set in specific regions, wrote the series. The cast includes Mark Ruffalo, Tom Pelphrey, Emilia Jones, and Thuso Mbedu, among others. The episodes, each about an hour long, originally aired from September 7 to October 19, 2025, and were filmed in Pennsylvania. Production companies involved were Low Dweller Productions, Public Record, wiip, and HBO Entertainment.

‘Slow Horses’ (2022– )

‘Slow Horses’ is a British spy thriller available on Apple TV+. It’s based on the ‘Slough House’ novels by Mick Herron and was adapted for television by Will Smith. The show is set in Slough House, a dumping ground for MI5 agents who’ve messed up, where they’re assigned boring tasks under the cynical but brilliant Jackson Lamb, portrayed by Gary Oldman. The series features a talented cast including Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas, Sophie Okonedo, and Jonathan Pryce. It combines exciting spy plots with dark comedy and workplace drama. Since its premiere in April 2022, five seasons have adapted the novels ‘Slow Horses’, ‘Dead Lions’, ‘Real Tigers’, ‘Spook Street’, and ‘London Rules’. Apple TV+ has already renewed the show for two more seasons, which will cover the books ‘Joe Country’, ‘Slough House’, and ‘Bad Actors’. ‘Slow Horses’ has also received critical acclaim, including an Emmy Award for directing.

‘South Park’ (1997– )

South Park is an American animated comedy created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone for Comedy Central. The show centers on the often-chaotic lives of four young friends—Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny—living in the made-up town of South Park, Colorado. Known for its unique, cutout-style animation, frequent use of strong language, and quick-witted humor, South Park satirizes everything from politics and celebrities to current events and technology. It first aired on August 13, 1997, and has since produced 28 seasons and countless episodes, with Parker and Stone still leading the show as creators and voice actors. The series began as a set of short animated films called ‘The Spirit of Christmas’ which gained popularity online. In 2025, all past episodes and future seasons of South Park will move to Paramount+ in a deal worth approximately $1.5 billion.

‘Nobody Wants This’ (2024– )

“Nobody Wants This” is a romantic comedy-drama series on Netflix created by Erin Foster. It focuses on the relationship between Joanne, a podcaster who doesn’t believe in God, and Noah, an unconventional rabbi. Kristen Bell plays Joanne, and Adam Brody plays Noah, with Justine Lupe and Timothy Simons also starring in key roles. The show follows their relationship as they navigate different cultures, family pressures, and Joanne’s podcast, which she co-hosts with her sister. It premiered on September 26, 2024, and has released two seasons so far, with a third season planned for 2026. The first season received several major award nominations. The story is based on Foster’s own experiences in an interfaith relationship and marriage, which she’s talked about in interviews.

‘Stranger Things’ (2016–2025)

‘Stranger Things’ is a spooky sci-fi series that takes place in the made-up town of Hawkins, Indiana. The story starts when a young boy named Will Byers vanishes, and a girl with special powers named Eleven appears. It’s revealed that secret experiments at a local lab have opened a gateway to a dangerous alternate world called the Upside Down. Created by brothers Matt and Ross Duffer, the show follows the kids and adults of Hawkins as they investigate the mysteries of the Upside Down and fight the creatures that come from it. The series is set in the mid-1980s and will conclude with a fifth season, released in three volumes throughout late 2025 – in November, December, and on New Year’s Eve.

‘The Witcher’ (2019– )

‘The Witcher’ is a Netflix fantasy series based on the books by Andrzej Sapkowski. It tells the story of Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter, Princess Ciri, and the sorceress Yennefer. The series begins by showing each character’s journey separately before their paths converge. It explores themes of fate, political struggles, and the powerful, yet dangerous, abilities Ciri possesses. The first season premiered in December 2019, followed by seasons in 2021 and 2023. A fourth season was released in October 2025, with Liam Hemsworth taking over the role of Geralt from Henry Cavill. The show’s universe has expanded with spin-offs like the prequel miniseries ‘The Witcher: Blood Origin’ and animated movies ‘The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf’ and ‘The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep’.

‘It: Welcome to Derry’ (2025– )

‘Welcome to Derry’ is a horror series on HBO that tells the story leading up to the events in the movies ‘It’ and ‘It Chapter Two’. Based on Stephen King’s 1986 novel ‘It’, the show is set in 1962 in the town of Derry, Maine. The story begins when a family moves to Derry just as a young boy goes missing and strange, unsettling things start happening. Bill Skarsgård returns as the terrifying Pennywise, and also helps produce the series. The cast also includes Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, and Madeleine Stowe. ‘Welcome to Derry’ premiered on HBO on October 26, 2025, with new episodes released each week.

Tell us what you think of this week’s shows in the comments below! Let us and others know which ones you plan to watch.

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