The legal drama series “Suits,” known for starring Meghan Markle, has once again surged to the top of the streaming charts, according to Nielsen’s latest data. This captivating show, which delves into the lives of lawyers at a prestigious Manhattan law firm, has been a viewer favorite since its initial broadcast in 2011.
During the week of September 18–24, “Suits” achieved an astonishing 1.79 billion minutes of viewing on Netflix and Peacock in the United States. Impressively, this marks the 13th consecutive week that “Suits” has maintained its number one position on the charts, establishing a new record in the process.
In the 14 weeks since its first appearance in the rankings, this courtroom drama has accumulated an incredible 40.55 billion minutes of viewing. This substantial lead places it over 9 billion minutes ahead of the second-place show for the year 2023, “Bluey” on Disney+.
The resurgence in “Suits” popularity can be attributed to several factors. The recent release of the Netflix documentary “Harry & Meghan” has reignited interest in the life of Meghan Markle, while the series’ availability on new streaming platforms in recent months has made it more accessible to viewers.
It’s important to note that Nielsen’s streaming ratings exclusively account for television viewing and do not include minutes watched on computers or mobile devices. Here are the top streaming shows for the week of September 18–24:
Overall Top Streaming Shows:
- “Suits” (Netflix/Peacock) – 1.79 billion minutes viewed
- “Elemental” (Disney+) – 1.33 billion
- “Virgin River” (Netflix) – 1.24 billion
- “Bluey” (Disney+) – 856 million
- “Grey’s Anatomy” (Netflix) – 779 million
- “SWAT” (Hulu/Netflix/Paramount+) – 692 million
- “NCIS” (Netflix/Paramount+) – 686 million
- “Sex Education” (Netflix) – 634 million
- “Gilmore Girls” (Netflix) – 631 million
- “Cocomelon” (Netflix) – 605 million
As “Suits” continues to captivate audiences, Meghan Markle’s role in the series remains a significant draw, solidifying its place at the forefront of streaming entertainment.
