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

This week, people are tuning into a wide variety of TV shows, including the premieres of highly anticipated sci-fi series and the finales of popular fantasy shows. There’s a lot of suspenseful mysteries and intense dramas grabbing viewers around the world. Streaming services are battling it out with big-name limited series and animated shows based on well-known games. Here’s a look at the shows everyone is talking about and watching right now.

‘Tulsa King’ (2022–)

This crime drama stars Sylvester Stallone as Dwight Manfredi, a mafia boss sent to Oklahoma after serving a twenty-five-year prison sentence. He tries to build a new criminal organization in Tulsa, bringing together a mismatched group of local helpers. The show blends humor – as Dwight adjusts to life outside his old world – with the expected violence of a gangster story. Fans are drawn to Stallone’s compelling performance and the fresh, unexpected location for this type of series.

‘Game of Thrones’ (2011–2019)

Years after it ended, HBO’s epic fantasy series is still incredibly popular with both new viewers and those revisiting it. The show’s intricate plots about power, politics, and the fight for the Iron Throne continue to captivate audiences. The stories of the Stark and Lannister families are known for their grand scope and complex storytelling. Plus, new shows and projects based on the original series keep fans engaged with the world and characters.

‘Last Samurai Standing’ (2025)

Set in the late 1800s, this intense drama follows a competition where hundreds of skilled swordsmen fight to the death. Junichi Okada plays a warrior who enters the contest, hoping to win the prize money needed to help his sick family. The fighters travel from Kyoto to Tokyo, proving their strength by collecting tags from those they defeat. The show blends historical storytelling with the fast-paced action of modern survival game series.

‘The Witcher’ (2019–)

This fantasy series brings the popular books to life, following the connected journeys of Geralt of Rivia and Princess Ciri. The story continues to delve into the turbulent politics of a world filled with monsters and powerful magic users. Fans are eager to see how the new actors fit into their roles as the show moves forward. It’s still known for its impressive sword fights and beautiful sets.

‘The Mighty Nein’ (2025–)

Fans of Critical Role are excited about the new animated series based on their second Dungeons & Dragons campaign. It’s the story of a group of unlikely heroes in the land of Wildemount who join forces during a growing conflict between two powerful nations: the Dwendalian Empire and the Kryn Dynasty. As they journey together, the characters’ hidden pasts and secrets are revealed. The show combines exciting fantasy action with heartfelt drama and plenty of humor.

‘My Hero Academia’ (2016–)

The popular anime series is heading towards its epic conclusion, with heroes and villains locked in a massive battle that will determine the fate of their world. Izuku Midoriya and his classmates from Class 1-A need to fully control their powers to defeat the formidable Shigaraki and All For One. As cities fall and hope dwindles, the story explores what it truly means to be a hero and the impact of past generations. Fans are on the edge of their seats, eager to find out who will make it through the final, desperate fight.

‘One-Punch Man’ (2015–)

This funny and action-packed anime keeps viewers hooked with the story of Saitama, a hero who’s too strong! He can beat anyone with just one punch, which surprisingly leads to him being bored and feeling lost. The show playfully pokes fun at typical superhero stories while showcasing amazing fight scenes, especially as the Hero Association gets more involved. Viewers also enjoy the many interesting side characters who are all trying to make a name for themselves, even though Saitama is so powerful.

‘Absentia’ (2017–2020)

I recently rediscovered this amazing thriller, and I’m so glad I did! It centers around Emily Byrne, an FBI agent played brilliantly by Stana Katic. The story kicks off when she vanishes while tracking a really dangerous serial killer and everyone assumes she’s dead. But then, six years later, she just…shows up. The catch? She has absolutely no memory of what happened to her. To make things even more complicated, her husband has moved on and remarried, and she’s suddenly a suspect in a brand new string of murders. It’s a really gripping story about her trying to piece her life back together and clear her name, all while being hunted by the authorities.

‘Landman’ (2024–)

Taylor Sheridan’s latest series takes viewers to the fast-paced world of West Texas oil boomtowns. Starring Billy Bob Thornton, the show follows a man dealing with crises as he works through risky business deals and the intense pressure of the oil industry. It’s a raw and realistic look at the people – from the workers to the entrepreneurs – who are driving a global fight for both energy and economic power, all while chasing fortunes in a dangerous environment.

‘A Man on the Inside’ (2024–)

Ted Danson and Mike Schur, who previously worked together, have teamed up for a funny and heartwarming crime series inspired by the documentary ‘The Mole Agent’. The show centers on a recently widowed retiree who takes on a new role as an undercover investigator. He goes to a retirement home to investigate a theft, but unexpectedly forms close bonds with the people who live there. It’s a charming story that mixes humor with touching moments about getting older and the importance of friendship.

‘All Her Fault’ (2025)

In this suspenseful limited series, Sarah Snook plays Marissa Irvine, a mother who discovers her son has been kidnapped when she goes to pick him up from a playdate. The woman at the house is a stranger, and a deceitful nanny is to blame. As Marissa investigates, she uncovers hidden secrets about her husband and a tragic event that links both families. With its shocking twists and powerful acting, the show is a gripping story of a parent’s worst nightmare and betrayal.

‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ (2025–)

This series is a prequel that revisits the town of Derry in the 1960s, revealing how the terrifying creature Pennywise first appeared. It explores the history of the curse affecting the town and the struggles of those who lived through it before. Bill Skarsgård returns as Pennywise, bringing new scares and deepening the world created by Stephen King. The story highlights the deep-seated trauma within Derry that allows the monster to grow stronger.

‘Stranger Things’ (2016–2025)

The popular series is back for its last season, bringing the fight for Hawkins – and the world – to a dramatic conclusion. Eleven and her friends are up against their biggest threat ever, as the barrier between our world and the Upside Down completely breaks down. They have to come together one final time to defeat Vecna and close the gates to the other dimension before darkness overwhelms their town. Viewers are eager to see how the creators, the Duffer Brothers, will end this beloved, retro-inspired sci-fi horror story that has captivated so many.

‘The Beast in Me’ (2025)

Claire Danes plays a successful author struggling with the loss of her son in this gripping thriller. When a wealthy neighbor, Nile Jarvis, moves in next door, she becomes fixated on him, especially after discovering he was once investigated in his wife’s disappearance. As she writes about him, her obsession grows and the line between her research and reality begins to fade, leading her to uncover unsettling secrets about the man next door.

‘Pluribus’ (2025–)

Vince Gilligan, the creator of “Breaking Bad,” is back with a new sci-fi thriller. The show, set in a strange version of Albuquerque, stars Rhea Seehorn as Carol Sturka. Carol discovers she’s uniquely immune to an alien virus that’s turned everyone else into a single, relentlessly cheerful collective. The series follows Carol as she tries to survive in a world where everyone wants to absorb her into their eerily peaceful group, and it raises questions about the importance of free will and even negative feelings – all with a dark and satirical twist.

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