‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ Tops Netflix’s Weekly Most-Watched Shows List This Week Again

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This week, many U.S. viewers turned to the streaming service for both new releases and shows they love. Popular choices included true crime documentaries, westerns, live sports, and gripping, multi-part dramas. It seems people are mixing up their holiday viewing with some intense, long-form stories. These numbers cover viewing from December 8th to December 14th.

‘Stranger Things’ Season 4 (2022)

This season of the popular sci-fi series keeps viewers hooked as they revisit the story before the final episodes. The action moves beyond the familiar town of Hawkins, with characters now spread across California and Russia, and they’re facing their most powerful enemy yet. A terrifying villain named Vecna appears, with a surprising connection to the Upside Down and Eleven’s past. Fans are enjoying revisiting key moments and emotional scenes as the series builds toward its conclusion.

‘Matt Rife: Unwrapped – A Christmas Crowd Work Special’ (2025)

Comedian Matt Rife is back with a new holiday special centered around his popular audience interactions. Performing on a festively decorated stage, he creates jokes on the spot, drawing inspiration from the lives of people in the crowd. The special showcases his sharp comedic timing and ability to make anything funny without relying on a prepared script. Fans are excited to see his raw, energetic, and unpredictable live performance style.

‘Ripple’ (2025)

This compelling new drama follows a tight-knit seaside town rocked by a devastating accident. The story unfolds through the eyes of different residents, revealing how the fallout from one night quickly escalates. As the investigation deepens, long-held secrets begin to emerge, captivating viewers with its intricate characters and ever-increasing suspense.

‘The Beast in Me’ (2025)

This gripping thriller stars Claire Danes as a writer struggling with grief after the loss of her son. Seeking peace and quiet, she isolates herself, but her solitude is disrupted by a new, enigmatic neighbor who sparks her curiosity. As she investigates him, her suspicions grow, and she begins to question what’s real and what’s fueled by her own obsession. Featuring Matthew Rhys, the film is a suspenseful story about the secrets hidden behind closed doors and how little we may truly know those around us.

‘Love & Death’ (2023)

Elizabeth Olsen gives a haunting performance in this true-crime series, which tells the story of Candy Montgomery. The show follows the life of a Texas housewife who appears to have it all, but becomes involved in an affair that ultimately leads to a shocking act of violence. It explores how the picture-perfect image of life in a small town and within a church community can hide dark secrets and simmering tensions. This limited series has gained a large following thanks to its accurate portrayal of the time period and intense courtroom drama.

‘Raw: 2025 – December 8, 2025’ (1993)

WWE’s main show keeps delivering exciting action on its streaming platform. This week, wrestlers from the ‘red brand’ face off in important matches to resolve ongoing feuds as the year nears its end. The episode explores what happened after recent pay-per-view events and hints at future championship battles. Viewers are especially enjoying watching live wrestling without any commercial breaks during the matches.

‘The Abandons’ (2025)

Kurt Sutter, known for his raw and realistic storytelling, delivers a gripping period drama set in the American West. The show follows several unconventional families in 1850s Oregon as they strive for a better future while battling corruption. Starring Lena Headey and Gillian Anderson, the series centers on powerful mothers determined to safeguard their families and land. Viewers are captivated by the show’s brutal honesty and the intricate power struggles within this wild and lawless frontier.

‘Man Vs Baby’ (2025)

This funny new show is based on a well-loved parenting blog and realistically portrays the ups and downs of raising a child. It centers on a dad who quickly learns that a new baby means a lot less sleep and a lot more mess! Each episode hilariously explores common parenting challenges – from messy diapers to well-meaning but unwanted advice – and has quickly become popular with viewers who appreciate honest and lighthearted takes on family life.

‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 (2025)

The hugely popular series has reached its epic conclusion, finally resolving the mysteries of Hawkins and the terrifying Upside Down. Eleven and her friends make a final, desperate attempt to save their world as the boundaries between dimensions begin to break down. With everything on the line, the group faces heartbreaking choices to protect their town. This groundbreaking season offers the grand spectacle and satisfying ending that fans have eagerly awaited since the very beginning.

‘Sean Combs: The Reckoning’ (2025)

This documentary series is a chart-topper, offering a detailed look at the legal issues surrounding the famous music executive. It includes interviews with those who have accused him, as well as legal analysts who break down the allegations made over the past two years. The film explores the hip-hop star’s career, from his success to his current legal troubles, and the serious criminal charges against him. Viewers are captivated by the full story behind the scandal that has rocked the entertainment world.

Tell us which of these series you are binge-watching this weekend in the comments.

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2025-12-17 16:46