Here Are the Top 10 Most-Popular Shows of 2025 as per IMDb, with ‘The White Lotus’ on Top

Television audiences were treated to a diverse array of gripping narratives and high-budget productions throughout the year. The landscape of streaming entertainment continued to expand with long-awaited sequels and innovative new series capturing global attention. Viewers engaged deeply with returning anthologies and adaptations of popular novels that dominated social media discourse. This selection represents the scripted series that generated the most significant interest among fans worldwide over the past twelve months.

‘Black Mirror’ (2011– )

Charlie Brooker returns with another anthology collection that explores the dark side of technology and society. The seventh season delivers six new episodes including a highly anticipated sequel to the fan favorite adventure USS Callister. Viewers encounter a mix of satirical commentary and dystopian nightmares that reflect contemporary anxieties about digital progress. The series continues its tradition of employing different directors and casts for every standalone installment to keep the storytelling fresh.

‘Andor’ (2022–2025)

Cassian Andor continues his journey toward becoming a rebel hero in the final season of this Star Wars spy thriller. The story bridges the gap leading directly into the events of the film Rogue One with high stakes espionage. Tony Gilroy weaves a complex narrative about the formation of the Rebel Alliance against the backdrop of Imperial oppression. Diego Luna leads the cast as the titular character navigates dangerous political waters and critical missions for the galaxy.

‘Dept. Q’ (2025– )

This adaptation of Jussi Adler-Olsen’s novels focuses on a cold case unit operating in Edinburgh. A former top detective gets demoted to the basement department where he works alongside a brilliant but quirky partner. They investigate unsolved crimes that others have long abandoned while battling their own personal demons and past failures. The series combines elements of Nordic noir with a gritty Scottish setting to create a tense atmospheric procedural.

‘Monster’ (2022– )

Ryan Murphy expands his true crime anthology series with a chilling focus on the grave robber and killer Ed Gein. Charlie Hunnam stars as the notorious murderer whose crimes inspired several legendary horror films throughout cinema history. The production examines the psychological depths of the killer and the lasting impact his actions had on the community of Plainfield. This installment aims to unsettle audiences with a dramatization of one of America’s most disturbing criminal cases.

‘Dexter: Resurrection’ (2025– )

Michael C. Hall reprises his role as the complicated vigilante serial killer in this direct sequel series. The plot follows Dexter Morgan immediately after the events of New Blood as he navigates a miraculous survival and a new reality. Fans witness the return of the dark passenger as the protagonist faces fresh threats and renewed legal pursuit. The narrative explores whether true redemption is possible for a character defined by his lethal urges.

‘Squid Game’ (2021– )

The global phenomenon returns with Player 456 diving back into the mysterious survival competition with a new agenda. Gi-hun abandons his plans to go to the United States to instead seek revenge against the organizers of the deadly games. New participants join the fray to compete for a massive cash prize while risking their lives in twisted childhood games. The director expands the lore of the organization and the masked front man in this high stakes sequel.

‘Wednesday’ (2022– )

Jenna Ortega returns as the macabre teen sleuth for another semester at Nevermore Academy. The new episodes lean more heavily into horror elements while reducing the romantic subplots found in the first season. Wednesday Addams investigates supernatural mysteries involving her family history and the strange creatures surrounding the school. Tim Burton continues to influence the visual style of this dark coming of age comedy with his signature gothic aesthetic.

‘Severance’ (2022– )

Mark Scout and his colleagues at Lumon Industries face the consequences of their rebellion in the second season. The story delves deeper into the mysterious severance procedure that surgically divides work memories from personal lives. New cast members join the ensemble as the scope of the corporate conspiracy widens beyond the office basement. Ben Stiller directs episodes that heighten the surreal tension and corporate satire defining the show.

‘The Last of Us’ (2023– )

Joel and Ellie continue their harrowing journey across a post-apocalyptic America ravaged by a fungal infection. The second season adapts significant portions of the second video game focusing on cycles of violence and revenge. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey deliver emotional performances as their characters encounter a new group of survivors in the Pacific Northwest. The production design recreates overgrown cityscapes and introduces terrifying new stages of the infected.

‘The White Lotus’ (2021– )

The third installment of Mike White’s social satire transports viewers to a luxury resort in Thailand. A fresh group of wealthy guests arrives to grapple with spirituality and death amidst stunning tropical scenery. The ensemble cast features returning faces and new stars navigating awkward interactions and dark secrets. Each episode peels back layers of privilege and dysfunction as the vacation spirals toward a tragic conclusion.

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