In a significant turn of events in the streaming world, Jamie Foxx‘s thriller ‘Back In Action’ has dethroned the previously reigning champion, ‘Squid Game.’ According to Nielsen’s latest update, ‘Back In Action’ accumulated an impressive 1.5 billion minutes viewed, while ‘Squid Game’ slipped to the fourth position with 1.25 billion minutes during the week of January 13 to January 19. The rise of Jamie Foxx’s latest project underscores the dynamic landscape of online entertainment and viewer preferences.
The latest Nielsen report indicates that ‘Back In Action,’ which stars both Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz, captured the audience’s attention, leading the overall streaming viewership charts. This dramatic rise comes after ‘Squid Game’ had an impressive three-week run at the top, showcasing how quickly viewer interests can shift. The success of ‘Back In Action’ signifies a growing appetite for thrilling narratives that engage audiences and dominate streaming platforms.
As ‘Back In Action’ topped the charts, other shows also maintained strong viewer engagement. Billy Bob Thornton‘s ‘Landman’ continued to perform well, recording 1.05 billion minutes viewed, making it the only Paramount+ entry outside of ‘Dexter’ in this week’s top five. Meanwhile, Peter Berg’s ‘American Primeval’ surged to the second spot after drawing 1.41 billion minutes from viewers, showcasing the variety that captivates audiences across platforms.
Adding to the excitement of the streaming arena, Apple TV+’s ‘Severance’ premiered its second season on January 17, resulting in 589 million minutes viewed and landing at fourth place among original series. Despite its fall from grace, ‘Squid Game’ still managed a respectable showing for the week. As it drops down the ranks, it searches for a way to regain its former glory amidst stiff competition.
Further reflecting viewer trends, Netflix’s French-language title ‘Ad Vitam’ followed closely behind ‘Back In Action’ with 379 million minutes viewed, illustrating that global stories continue to draw significant attention in an increasingly diverse streaming environment. Notably, the metrics reported by Nielsen only account for views on television sets, excluding computers and mobile devices, and they focus solely on U.S.-based viewers.
The remarkable success of ‘Back In Action’ emphasizes the shifting tides in the streaming industry, with audience preferences evolving rapidly. As studios and platforms continue to push the boundaries of content creation, the performance of Jamie Foxx’s new thriller could influence future productions and the types of stories that resonate with viewers. As streaming continues to grow, it will be intriguing to see how this competitive atmosphere develops and which titles will eventually capture the audience’s hearts next.
