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

Peacock’s lineup keeps pulling in viewers with a mix of crime procedurals, reality heavy-hitters, and competition series that deliver fresh episodes and deep catalogs to binge. This week’s most-watched slate spans Dick Wolf’s interconnected Chicago and ‘Law & Order’ universes, along with fan-favorite franchises that keep social media buzzing long after credits roll.

Below, we count down from 10 to 1 so you can quickly zero in on what to stream next. Each entry includes essential details like the core premise, principal cast, and the creative minds steering the show behind the scenes, all in plain language that’s easy to skim and share.

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

‘The Real Housewives of Miami’ follows the lives of women in and around Miami, focusing on friendships, family, and entrepreneurial pursuits along South Florida’s coastline. The cast has included Alexia Nepola, Larsa Pippen, Lisa Hochstein, Guerdy Abraira, Julia Lemigova, and Dr. Nicole Martin, with Adriana de Moura and Marysol Patton appearing as friends across seasons.

Originally aired for three seasons before a later revival, the series returned with new episodes streaming on Peacock and subsequently airing on Bravo. Produced by Purveyors of Pop, it features hallmark franchise elements—taglines, reunions, and group trips—set against Miami’s nightlife and diverse cultural scene.

9. ‘The Voice’ (2011– )

‘The Voice’ is a singing competition that begins with blind auditions, then moves through battles, knockouts, and live performances until a winner is crowned. Coaches have rotated across seasons, including names such as John Legend, Gwen Stefani, Reba McEntire, Chance the Rapper, and the duo Dan + Shay, with Carson Daly serving as long-time host.

Adapted from the Dutch format created by John de Mol, the American edition is produced by MGM Television, Warner Horizon Unscripted Television, and ITV Studios units in association with Universal Television. The series’ format emphasizes coach mentorship and team-based strategy, while original songs and cover performances are released throughout a season.

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

‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ spotlights a group of women navigating relationships, careers, and community roles in and around Utah’s capital. Cast members across seasons have included Lisa Barlow, Meredith Marks, Heather Gay, Whitney Rose, Angie Katsanevas, and others who join as full-time or recurring participants.

Produced for Bravo by Shed Media, the series brings a high-altitude twist to the franchise with winter-resort backdrops and Utah-specific social circles. The show’s seasonal arcs—complete with reunions and cast-trip episodes—stream on Peacock, aligning with other entries in the broader ‘Real Housewives’ library.

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

‘The Real Housewives of Orange County’ launched the long-running reality franchise by following the personal and professional lives of women in Southern California’s Orange County. Over its many seasons, the cast has featured housewives including Tamra Judge, Shannon Storms Beador, Heather Dubrow, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, and others who appear as full-time or friend-of cast members.

Developed by Scott Dunlop, the series is produced by Evolution Media for Bravo, with episodes available to stream on Peacock. Storylines track friendships, business ventures, family milestones, and seasonal trips, forming the template that later city-based installments would adapt and expand.

6. ‘Chicago Med’ (2015– )

‘Chicago Med’ follows the physicians, nurses, and staff at the fictional Gaffney Chicago Medical Center as they handle emergencies and complex ethical decisions. The ensemble includes S. Epatha Merkerson as hospital executive Sharon Goodwin, Oliver Platt as psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Charles, Marlyne Barrett as charge nurse Maggie Lockwood, Dominic Rains as trauma surgeon Dr. Crockett Marcel, Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer, and Jessy Schram as Dr. Hannah Asher.

Created by Dick Wolf, Matt Olmstead, Michael Brandt, and Derek Haas, and produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, the series aligns with ‘Chicago Fire’ and ‘Chicago P.D.’ for integrated cases and crossover events. Medical stories often intersect with law-enforcement operations and city-wide incidents depicted across the One Chicago shows.

5. ‘Law & Order’ (1990– )

‘Law & Order’ presents ripped-from-the-headlines cases in two acts: investigation and arrest by the NYPD, followed by prosecution by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office. Across its long run and revival, the cast has featured Sam Waterston as District Attorney Jack McCoy, Hugh Dancy as Executive Assistant District Attorney Nolan Price, Odelya Halevi as Assistant District Attorney Samantha Maroun, Mehcad Brooks as Detective Jalen Shaw, Camryn Manheim as Lieutenant Kate Dixon, and Tony Goldwyn as a recent Manhattan DA.

Created by Dick Wolf and produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, the series pioneered the split procedural format that pairs law enforcement with legal strategy. The show cross-pollinates with ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ and other franchise entries through shared characters and case references.

4. ‘Chicago Fire’ (2012– )

Set at Firehouse 51, ‘Chicago Fire’ chronicles the firefighters, rescue squad, and paramedics who respond to emergencies across the city. The ensemble has included Taylor Kinney as Lieutenant Kelly Severide, Eamonn Walker as Battalion Chief Wallace Boden, David Eigenberg as Lieutenant Christopher Herrmann, Miranda Rae Mayo as Lieutenant Stella Kidd, Joe Minoso as Joe Cruz, Kara Killmer as Paramedic Sylvie Brett, and Jesse Spencer as Captain Matt Casey.

Created by Michael Brandt and Derek Haas with executive producer Dick Wolf, the series is produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television. Its blend of technical rescue sequences and character-driven storylines feeds into the One Chicago ecosystem, enabling cross-department arcs that carry into ‘Chicago P.D.’ and ‘Chicago Med’.

3. ‘Chicago P.D.’ (2014– )

‘Chicago P.D.’ follows the Chicago Police Department’s Intelligence Unit as it tackles organized crime, drug trafficking, and high-stakes investigations citywide. Jason Beghe leads the ensemble as Sergeant Hank Voight, alongside cast members including Patrick John Flueger as Officer Adam Ruzek, Marina Squerciati as Officer Kim Burgess, LaRoyce Hawkins as Officer Kevin Atwater, Tracy Spiridakos as Detective Hailey Upton, and Benjamin Levy Aguilar as Officer Dante Torres.

Developed by Dick Wolf and Matt Olmstead, the series is produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television. It frequently connects with ‘Chicago Fire’ and ‘Chicago Med’ through crossover episodes and shared characters, cementing a cohesive universe that situates cases and consequences across multiple first-responder agencies.

2. ‘Love Island Games’ (2023– )

‘Love Island Games’ brings back former Islanders from global editions to compete in new challenges while also coupling up, recoupling, and facing public votes. The format blends the hallmark villa dynamics—bombshell arrivals, re-couplings, and eliminations—with head-to-head games that test alliances and romantic chemistry among contestants from the U.S., U.K., Australia, and more.

Hosted by Maya Jama with narration by Iain Stirling, the series is produced as a Peacock original entry in the broader ‘Love Island’ franchise. Filmed in a tropical villa setting, it features executive producers from the format’s U.S. and international teams and incorporates competition-style twists designed specifically for returning alumni.

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

Centered on the NYPD’s Special Victims Unit, ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ follows detectives who investigate sexual offenses and crimes against the vulnerable in New York City. The series stars Mariska Hargitay as Captain Olivia Benson, with Ice-T as Sergeant Odafin “Fin” Tutuola and Peter Scanavino as ADA Dominick Carisi Jr. The show’s procedural structure pairs case-of-the-week storytelling with long-running character arcs across the squad room and the DA’s office.

Created by Dick Wolf, the series has featured showrunners including Warren Leight and David Graziano, with production by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television. The franchise regularly incorporates guest stars and crossover storylines with companion series like ‘Law & Order’ and ‘Chicago P.D.’, expanding a shared TV universe across network and streaming.

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