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Domestic Abuse Drama 'As You Stood By' Dominates Netflix Charts
16 Nov
Summary
- New Netflix mini-series watched over 19 million hours in first week
- Features Korean actress Lee You-mi from 'Squid Game'
- Intense story of two friends planning to kill an abusive husband
As of November 16th, 2025, Netflix's new mini-series 'As You Stood By' has emerged as a global sensation, dominating the platform's charts with over 19 million hours watched in its first week. The thrilling drama, which is based on a Japanese novel, has quickly risen to the top of Netflix's global rankings, surpassing even the latest season of 'The Witcher' and the new 'Squid Game' spin-off.
The series features Lee You-mi, the Korean actress who rose to fame as Player 240 in the hit Netflix series 'Squid Game' and became the first Korean actress to win an Emmy. In 'As You Stood By', Lee plays Jo Hui-su, a former children's novelist trapped in an abusive marriage. She reconnects with her old friend Jo Eun-su, played by Jang Seung-jo, and the two devise a plan to kill Hui-su's husband, Noh Jin-Pyo.
However, the story takes an unexpected turn when someone from their past emerges to threaten them. Viewers have been captivated by the intense and unsettling narrative, praising the series for its gripping plotline and powerful performances. As 'As You Stood By' continues to gain momentum, it stands out as one of Netflix's most compelling releases of the month.
