Animated Cult Classic Continues as Paramount+’s Most-Watched Series of the Week

Paramount+ continues to dominate the streaming landscape with a diverse catalog ranging from long-running procedural dramas to irreverent animated classics. This week’s viewership data highlights a mix of nostalgic sitcoms and high-octane Taylor Sheridan productions that keep subscribers engaged across various demographics. As the platform expands its original programming, established favorites continue to hold significant sway over audience habits and daily streaming metrics. These selections represent the most popular titles currently capturing the attention of viewers globally on the service.

‘The King of Queens’ (1998–2007)

‘The King of Queens’ follows the lives of Doug Heffernan, a delivery driver, and his wife Carrie, a legal secretary living in Rego Park, Queens. Their lives become more complicated when Carrie’s eccentric father, Arthur Spooner, moves into their basement. The series explores the everyday struggles of working-class life with a focus on Doug’s attempts to balance his marriage and his personal interests. Throughout its nine-season run, the show became a staple of network comedy and remains a popular choice for syndication and streaming audiences.

‘Mayor of Kingstown’ (2021–)

‘Mayor of Kingstown’ examines the McLusky family, who serve as power brokers in a town where the business of incarceration is the only thriving industry. Led by Mike McLusky, the family attempts to maintain peace between various factions, including street gangs, prisoners, and law enforcement. The series tackles themes of systemic racism, corruption, and inequality within the American prison system. It features a gritty narrative style that has become a hallmark of Paramount+ original dramas.

‘Criminal Minds’ (2005–)

‘Criminal Minds’ focuses on an elite group of profilers from the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit as they analyze the country’s most dangerous criminal minds. The team uses psychological profiling to anticipate the next moves of serial killers and other violent offenders before they strike again. Each episode typically follows a specific case, detailing the investigation and the personal toll the high-stakes work takes on the agents. The series has remained popular for decades, eventually leading to a successful revival titled ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’.

‘Tulsa King’ (2022–)

‘Tulsa King’ stars Sylvester Stallone as Dwight “The General” Manfredi, a New York Mafia capo who is released from prison after twenty-five years. Upon his release, he is exiled by his boss to set up shop in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a place far removed from the criminal underworld he knows. Dwight gradually builds a new crew from a group of unlikely characters to establish a criminal empire in his new, unfamiliar surroundings. The show blends elements of traditional crime drama with fish-out-of-water comedy.

‘School Spirits’ (2023–)

‘School Spirits’ centers on Maddie, a teenage girl who finds herself stuck in the afterlife at her high school while investigating her own mysterious disappearance. She joins a support group of other students who have died on the school grounds over the past several decades. Maddie must navigate the social hierarchy of the spirit world while trying to solve the puzzle of what happened to her in the living world. The series combines elements of young adult drama with a supernatural mystery that keeps viewers guessing.

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ (1999–)

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ chronicles the adventures of an optimistic sea sponge and his diverse group of aquatic friends in the underwater city of Bikini Bottom. Living in a pineapple under the sea, SpongeBob works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab while frequently getting into mischief with his best friend Patrick Star. The show has become a global cultural phenomenon, spanning multiple feature films, spin-offs, and extensive merchandise lines. Its enduring popularity makes it one of the most-watched animated series in television history for both children and adults.

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ (1996–2005)

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ revolves around Ray Barone, a successful sportswriter who lives across the street from his overbearing parents and jealous older brother. The show focuses on the comedic tensions within the extended family as they constantly interfere in the lives of Ray and his wife Debra. Much of the humor is derived from the relatable frustrations of marriage, parenting, and complex family dynamics. The series received significant critical acclaim and numerous industry awards during its nine-season broadcast run.

‘NCIS’ (2003–)

‘NCIS’ follows a team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service as they investigate crimes involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Originally led by Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, the team handles everything from murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen submarines. The series is known for its blend of procedural drama, character-driven subplots, and occasional moments of humor. As one of the longest-running scripted primetime series, it has successfully spawned multiple spin-offs set in various locations.

‘Landman’ (2024–)

‘Landman’ is set in the world of oil rigs and West Texas oil companies, focusing on the roughnecks and wildcat billionaires driving the industry. The narrative explores the high-stakes environment where fortunes are made and lost in the pursuit of black gold. It delves into the environmental, economic, and personal costs of the modern-day oil boom in America. This series presents a raw look at a segment of industry rarely explored in mainstream television through a character-driven lens.

‘South Park’ (1997–)

‘South Park’ is an adult animated sitcom that follows the surreal adventures of four young boys in a fictional Colorado town. The show is famous for its satirical take on current events, politics, and celebrity culture, often produced on a very short weekly schedule to remain topical. Despite its simple animation style, the series is praised for its sharp social commentary and unapologetic dark humor. It has remained a cornerstone of cable television and streaming for over twenty-five years.

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