Netflix Crime Thrillers Dominate US, Global Streaming Charts

Netflix has seen a surge in crime thriller and science fiction titles climbing its streaming charts in 2025. The French limited series Under a Dark Sun has attained significant popularity, reaching #5 in the U.S. and #2 globally, with a storyline centered on a woman entangled in a murder mystery in rural France. Meanwhile, the German sci-fi thriller Brick, despite mixed reviews and a 31% Rotten Tomatoes score, quickly rose to #3 on the U.S. daily Top 10 movies chart, reflecting strong viewer interest in non-English content. Another notable success is The Waterfront, a crime drama set on the North Carolina coast, which has been dubbed "the new Ozark" by fans and has drawn over 11 million streams, praised for its intense storytelling and strong cast including Holt McCallany and Maria Bello. These varied hits underscore Netflix's continued strength in delivering compelling, binge-worthy content across genres and languages. The platform's ability to elevate both limited series and feature films to top chart positions highlights its diverse appeal to global audiences.