‘Law & Order: SVU’ Is Peacock’s Most-Watched Show This Week Again: Here Is the Rest of the Top 10

Peacock’s TV queue is stacked with crime procedurals, high-stakes first-responder dramas, and reality juggernauts that drop fresh episodes on NBC and Bravo before landing on the streamer. If you’re catching up this week, here’s a quick, no-nonsense rundown of what each show is about, who’s in it, and who’s making it behind the scenes—so you can jump in without missing a beat.

Below, we’re counting down from 10 to 1 based on the list of what viewers are watching right now. Each entry includes core plot details, key cast, and the creatives steering the ship.

10. ‘The Real Housewives of Miami’ (2011–2013; 2021–present)

This Miami-set iteration originally aired from 2011 to 2013 before returning with new seasons in 2021. Across its runs, the cast has featured Alexia Nepola, Lisa Hochstein, Adriana de Moura, Marysol Patton, Larsa Pippen, and others, following friendships, businesses, and family life around South Florida. The series was created by Scott Dunlop and is part of Bravo’s ‘Real Housewives’ franchise.

Current-season coverage tracks cast lineups and off-camera developments that intersect with storylines, reflecting how the franchise continues to evolve. Public filings and entertainment reporting have also documented legal disputes connected to the series and its participants.

9. ‘The Voice’ (2011–present)

NBC’s singing competition features blind auditions, battle rounds, and live shows, with coaches selecting and mentoring contestants toward a cash prize and a record deal. Carson Daly has hosted since the first season in 2011. Over the years, the coaching lineup has included Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Christina Aguilera, John Legend, Kelly Clarkson, and others.

Recent seasons have seen notable shifts, including the announcement of Adam Levine’s return for Season 27 alongside Kelsea Ballerini, Michael Bublé, and John Legend, with episodes available to stream on Peacock after broadcast. Coverage by major outlets details these coaching changes and premiere windows.

8. ‘Brilliant Minds’ (2024–present)

NBC’s medical drama is inspired by the case-study books of neurologist Oliver Sacks. Created by Michael Grassi, the series stars Zachary Quinto as Dr. Oliver Wolf, with ensemble cast members including Tamberla Perry, Ashleigh LaThrop, Spence Moore II, and Teddy Sears. It premiered in September 2024 on NBC before streaming on Peacock.

Production companies include Berlanti Productions, Universal Television, and The Imaginarium, with executive producers such as Michael Grassi, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, and Andy Serkis. Episode runtimes are around 43 minutes, consistent with an hour-long network drama.

7. ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ (2020–present)

Bravo’s Utah-set entry launched on November 11, 2020, following the lives of Lisa Barlow, Mary Cosby, Heather Gay, Meredith Marks, Whitney Rose, and Jen Shah in its first season. The series examines social circles and business ventures amid the region’s distinctive cultural backdrop.

Later seasons expanded and shifted the cast while continuing to film in and around Salt Lake City. Episode guides and credits outline production by InventTV, with Bravo overseeing the franchise canon.

6. ‘Law & Order’ (1990–2010; 2022–present)

The franchise’s flagship blends police investigation and courtroom prosecution in New York City. Created by Dick Wolf, the original series ran for 20 seasons before a 2022 revival. The revival’s casts have included Sam Waterston (Jack McCoy), Hugh Dancy (Nolan Price), Odelya Halevi (Samantha Maroun), Mehcad Brooks (Jalen Shaw), and Camryn Manheim (Lt. Kate Dixon).

Recent reporting has documented cast departures and renewals as the revival continues on NBC. The series’ “ripped-from-the-headlines” structure remains intact, with Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television producing.

5. ‘The Real Housewives of Orange County’ (2006–present)

Bravo’s original ‘Real Housewives’ installment spotlights the personal and professional lives of affluent women in Orange County, California. The series premiered on March 21, 2006, and has spanned many seasons with cast members such as Tamra Judge, Heather Dubrow, Shannon Storms Beador, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, and Jennifer Pedranti. Created by Scott Dunlop, it kicked off an entire franchise of city-based spin-offs.

Season one featured Kimberly Bryant, Jo De La Rosa, Vicki Gunvalson, Jeana Keough, and Lauri Waring (Peterson), establishing the show’s format and tone. Franchise histories track later seasons, specials, and spin-offs like ‘Date My Ex: Jo & Slade’ and ‘Tamra’s OC Wedding’.

4. ‘Chicago Med’ (2015–present)

This medical drama is the third ‘One Chicago’ series, focusing on the emergency department at the fictional Gaffney Chicago Medical Center. The ensemble has included S. Epatha Merkerson, Oliver Platt, Marlyne Barrett, and others since its 2015 debut. The show was created by Dick Wolf, Matt Olmstead, Michael Brandt, and Derek Haas.

Credits and production notes list recurring directors and producers across seasons, mapping out the show’s behind-the-scenes structure. As with its sibling series, ‘Chicago Med’ frequently participates in crossovers, maintaining continuity across the shared universe.

3. ‘Chicago Fire’ (2012–present)

The flagship of the ‘One Chicago’ franchise follows the firefighters, rescue squad, and paramedics of Firehouse 51. Created by Michael Brandt and Derek Haas, the series stars Taylor Kinney, David Eigenberg, and a rotating ensemble portraying first responders who balance perilous calls with personal storylines. It premiered in 2012 on NBC.

Production and casting updates detail current series regulars and new additions at Firehouse 51, while full-credits listings outline the creative teams shaping episodes across seasons. The show is produced by Universal Television and Wolf Entertainment.

2. ‘Chicago P.D.’ (2014–present)

Set within the ‘One Chicago’ universe, this police drama centers on the Intelligence Unit of the 21st District led by Sgt. Hank Voight. The cast has featured Jason Beghe, Patrick John Flueger, Marina Squerciati, LaRoyce Hawkins, and Amy Morton, among others. Developed by Dick Wolf, Matt Olmstead, Michael Brandt, and Derek Haas, the series launched on January 8, 2014.

‘Chicago P.D.’ connects frequently with ‘Chicago Fire’ and ‘Chicago Med’ through crossovers. Character rosters and promotions across seasons are documented in franchise guides, reflecting how the unit’s lineup evolves as cases escalate from narcotics to organized crime. The series is produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television.

1. ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ (1999–present)

This long-running police procedural follows the NYPD’s Special Victims Unit as it investigates sexually based offenses, child abuse, and domestic violence in New York City. Created by Dick Wolf for NBC as the first spin-off of ‘Law & Order’, the series stars Mariska Hargitay as Olivia Benson, with ensemble players over the years including Christopher Meloni (Elliot Stabler), Ice-T (Fin Tutuola), and Peter Scanavino (Dominick Carisi Jr.).

The show premiered on September 20, 1999, and remains in production; Hargitay has headlined since day one, a tenure NBC notes spans more than two decades. Recent coverage highlights cast changes and crossovers within the ‘Law & Order’ universe, underscoring the franchise’s ongoing expansion. Executive producers include Dick Wolf, and the series is produced by Universal Television in association with Wolf Entertainment.

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