This Netflix series just became the most-watched English show ever with 341 million hours and an IMDb rating of 8

Fans are already speculating that it may crush its records and considering the hype, they may be right.

What happens when a deadpan teen with psychic powers walks into a haunted academy? Netflix history is made, and not quietly. While Stranger Things once reigned supreme, there’s a new dark horse in town.

The show that beat Stranger Things

A spooky mystery, a sarcastic protagonist, and a whole lot of chaos, Netflix’s Wednesday didn’t just win hearts; it broke records. In its debut week, it was viewed for 341 million hours, surpassing the long-standing record of Stranger Things 4 (335 million hours). That translates to over 50 million households tuning in within seven days.

Yes, you read that right.

What’s Wednesday all about?

Premiered in 2022, Wednesday is a supernatural mystery-comedy series starring Jenna Ortega in the titular role. The show follows Wednesday Addams as she enrols at Nevermore Academy and unravels a chilling murder mystery, all while navigating teenage angst, psychic powers, and a lot of black eyeliner.

The supporting cast includes Emma Myers, Gwendoline Christie, Christina Ricci, and others, each bringing their magic (and menace) to the screen.

Who’s behind the magic?

The first season features direction by none other than Tim Burton, who helmed four out of the eight episodes. The eerie aesthetics and gothic visuals? Very Burton. He also served as an executive producer, shaping Wednesday’s world with his signature surrealism.

Awards, ratings, and all you need to know

Within three weeks of release, Wednesday became Netflix’s second most-watched English-language series of all time. The show bagged:

• 2 Golden Globe nominations

• 4 Primetime Emmy Awards

Talking about its IMDb rating, it has a solid 8/10, backed by a cult-like fanbase.

Wednesday Season 2

The much-anticipated second season of Wednesday is arriving in two parts:

• Part 1: August 6, 2025

• Part 2: September 3, 2025

Fans are already speculating that it may crush its records — and considering the hype, they may be right.

Where to watch it?

Wednesday is available to stream on Netflix in multiple languages, including Hindi.

Top 5 most-watched English shows on Netflix:

1. Wednesday

2. Adolescence

3. Stranger Things

4. Dahmer

5. Bridgerton

Most-watched other languages Netflix shows:

1. Squid Game

2. Squid Game S2

3. Squid Game S3

4. Money Heist

5. Lupin