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Netflix weeks are predictable at times. the usual mix of one or two new releases, an older favourite sneaking back, and a dash of true crime. This week? It is pure entertainment in the best possible way. The Netflix US charts are packed with cult favourites, fresh debuts, unsettling mysteries, and at least one reality show that will make you question your life choices (in a good way).

Leading the charge is Wednesday’s long-awaited second season. It has been two years of memes, theories, and impatient fans, but the wait has paid off. The new season is sharper, funnier, and even darker than before. The hype has been so intense that season one has also clawed its way back into the top three, proving that a rewatch is practically mandatory before diving into the new episodes.

Then there is The Hunting Wives, Netflix’s latest glossy guilty pleasure. It is a blend of small-town politics, scandalous affairs, and the kind of slow-burning murder mystery that keeps you begging for “just one more episode” until 3am. The show’s southern charm hides a razor-sharp edge, and US viewers clearly cannot get enough. No wonder it is ranking at number two.

Fantasy drama UNTAMED gallops into the middle of the list. It brings with it sprawling landscapes, family feuds, and just enough magical intrigue to hook both die-hard fantasy fans and the casually curious. Right alongside it is Leanne, a hauntingly quiet series with an undercurrent of menace that has turned casual watchers into devoted binge-ers.

If you are looking for something more high-adrenaline, Raw delivers exactly that. The 2025 thriller has been gaining momentum thanks to its brutal pacing and twists that feel ripped from the darkest corners of internet forums. It is not for the faint of heart, but clearly, that has not scared off American viewers. And that is the reason why it has been trending in the top ten of Netflix US for weeks now.

On the completely opposite end of the spectrum sits Ms Rachel. A warm, family-friendly series that proves Netflix’s ‘Top 10’ is not all murder and mayhem. It is the palate cleanser of the week, offering a breather before diving back into the heavier stuff.

The true crime enthusiasts have been spoiled this week, too. Amy Bradley Is Missing has sparked conversations all over social media with its deep dive into a baffling real-life disappearance, while Conversations with a Killer: The Son of Sam Tapes revisits one of America’s most infamous murder cases through chilling archival footage and interviews.

No Netflix list would be complete without a dose of messy romance, and Perfect Match is here to provide it. Now in its third season, the dating show remains delightfully messy. Think of reality TV’s answer to a group chat that is half gossip, half disaster.

Finally, Sullivan’s Crossing rounds out the most popular chart on Netflix US, offering small-town drama with a heart. It is not flashy, but that is part of its charm. It is the kind of series you watch when you want characters you can actually root for.

The 10 most popular series on Netflix US this week

1. Wednesday: Season 2
2. The Hunting Wives: Season 1
3. Wednesday: Season 1
4. UNTAMED: Season 1
5. Leanne: Season 1
6. Raw: 2025 – August 4, 2025
7. Ms. Rachel: Season 1
8. Perfect Match: Season 3
9. Amy Bradley Is Missing: Season 1
10. Sullivan’s Crossing: Season 1