‘South Park’ Is on Top of Paramount+’s Most-Watched Shows List for the Week

From animated troublemakers to crime procedurals and fresh legal dramas, Paramount+ is stacked with series that draw big weekly audiences across comedy, action, and reality TV. Below is a simple countdown highlighting what each show is about, who’s involved, and where it fits in its broader franchise or TV landscape.

10. ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ (2025–present)

Set within the ‘NCIS’ universe, ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ reunites Tony DiNozzo and Ziva David as they navigate high-risk international operations alongside family responsibilities. The show draws on existing character histories—agency experience, field tradecraft, and prior relationships—to inform new missions. Narrative arcs link global cases to personal stakes, incorporating safe-house logistics, surveillance, and partner coordination. As part of the franchise, it opens pathways for crossovers and references to other teams.

9. ‘Elsbeth’ (2024–present)

‘Elsbeth’ centers on unconventional attorney Elsbeth Tascioni as she consults with the NYPD, applying atypical legal reasoning to help solve cases. Episodes use a “howcatchem” structure that reveals the perpetrator early, shifting the tension to method and proof. The series connects to the broader universe introduced in earlier legal dramas featuring the character while standing alone for new viewers. Recurring police and legal figures provide continuity across otherwise case-of-the-week stories.

8. ‘Criminal Minds’ (2005–present)

‘Criminal Minds’ follows the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit, which profiles unknown subjects to stop violent crimes across the U.S. Episodes typically open with a case setup, move through victimology and geographic profiling, and end with coordinated takedowns. The team’s rotating roster includes profilers, a technical analyst, and unit leadership roles that carry over through long-running arcs. Franchise entries and revivals continue the focus on behavioral science and interagency collaboration.

7. ‘Survivor’ (2000–present)

‘Survivor’ strands contestants in remote locations where they form tribes, compete in challenges, and vote each other out at Tribal Council. The format blends social strategy, physical competitions, and limited resources, culminating in a jury vote for the Sole Survivor. Game mechanics—advantages, idols, and twists—are introduced to reshape alliances and late-game outcomes. Each season documents shifting strategies as players adapt to evolving rules and group dynamics.

6. ‘The Neighborhood’ (2018–present)

‘The Neighborhood’ is a multi-camera comedy about neighbors navigating cultural differences and everyday life on a residential block in Los Angeles. The series centers on family dynamics, work-life challenges, and community ties that develop through recurring settings like homes and local businesses. Episodes typically balance situational humor with slice-of-life themes grounded in the characters’ routines. Its structure supports continuing arcs while keeping most stories self-contained.

5. ‘Ghosts’ (2021–present)

The U.S. adaptation of ‘Ghosts’ follows a couple who inherit a country house inhabited by a group of spirits from different eras. After a near-death experience, one of the owners can see and converse with the resident ghosts, creating house-share rules and day-to-day negotiations. Each episode mines the ghosts’ historical backstories for plot turns that intersect with the living owners’ renovation plans. The ensemble format lets the show cycle between A-stories and character-focused subplots.

4. ‘Matlock’ (2024–present)

The new ‘Matlock’ reimagines the classic defense-attorney premise with Kathy Bates as Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a seasoned lawyer who returns to work at a prestigious firm. Cases focus on meticulous investigation, courtroom strategy, and internal firm dynamics. The series incorporates modern legal issues while nodding to the format made famous by the earlier iteration. Episodes often feature layered mysteries that unfold through interviews, discovery twists, and trial sequences.

3. ‘NCIS’ (2003–present)

‘NCIS’ centers on a Washington, D.C.–based team investigating crimes involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, combining forensic work, field ops, and interagency coordination. The ensemble has evolved across seasons, with special agents, medical examiners, and forensic analysts forming the unit’s core. Storylines mix standalone cases with multi-episode threads tied to recurring adversaries. The series anchors a broader franchise that includes multiple spin-offs and crossovers.

2. ‘Tulsa King’ (2022–present)

‘Tulsa King’ stars Sylvester Stallone as Dwight “The General” Manfredi, a New York Mafia capo sent to set up operations in Tulsa, Oklahoma after a long prison stretch. Created by Taylor Sheridan with Terence Winter as an early showrunner, the series blends fish-out-of-water crime drama with organized-crime power plays. It tracks Dwight’s effort to build a crew while navigating rival factions and local law enforcement. The show’s serialized arcs connect his East Coast past to new alliances in the Midwest.

1. ‘South Park’ (1997–present)

Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s long-running animated series follows four boys in the Colorado town of ‘South Park’, weaving current events and pop culture into satirical plots. The show is known for rapid production that allows storylines to respond quickly to real-world news. Over its run, it has expanded into specials and made-for-streaming events tied to the main continuity. Core characters—Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny—anchor episodic adventures that often connect across seasons.

What did you watch this week—drop your picks and what kept you hooked in the comments!