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Stranger Things 5 Dethroned by Diddy Docuseries
6 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Stranger Things 5 lost its Netflix top spot within a week.
- A docuseries on Sean 'Diddy' Combs now holds the number one position.
- Stranger Things 5 debuted with 59.6 million views, second only to Squid Games.
The reign of 'Stranger Things 5' at the top of Netflix's viewership charts was short-lived. Released on November 26, 2025, the first four episodes of the series' final chapter quickly amassed 59.6 million views, placing it second only to 'Squid Games Season 2' in its debut week. However, by December 3, the show was dethroned.
The new number one title on Netflix's US top ten is a docuseries about the disgraced music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Titled 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning,' the series, produced by his rival 50 Cent, delves into allegations surrounding Combs and his Bad Boy empire. The controversy surrounding the documentary's content, with Diddy's team claiming footage was stolen, appears to have significantly boosted its viewership.
This rapid shift in popularity highlights the unpredictable nature of streaming success. While 'Stranger Things 5' generated immense anticipation and strong initial numbers, the controversy and compelling narrative of the Diddy docuseries captured audience attention, leading to its swift ascent to the top of the streaming platform's rankings.
