‘South Park’ Is Cemented Atop of Paramount+’s Most-Watched Shows List for Another Week: Here Is the Rest of the Top 10

Paramount+ is stacking the deck with long-running staples, buzzy new originals, and reality-TV juggernauts that keep weekly watchlists full. From animated satire and family comedy to crime procedurals and competition series, this week’s most-watched lineup spans decades of TV history and a range of genres that make the service feel like a complete TV time capsule—updated in real time.

Below is a countdown of the ten titles viewers gravitated to most this week on Paramount+. You’ll find quick, useful rundowns of what each show is about, who’s in it, and the key creative minds behind the camera so you can jump in confidently—whether you’re rewatching a classic or sampling a hit for the first time.

10. ‘Survivor’ (2000– )

The landmark reality competition strands contestants in remote locations to outwit, outplay, and outlast through social strategy and grueling challenges, culminating in a jury vote for the “Sole Survivor.” Jeff Probst has hosted since the U.S. premiere, also serving as an executive producer.

Based on Charlie Parsons’ original format, U.S. production is led by Mark Burnett and CBS Studios in partnership with Castaway Television. The franchise has aired twice yearly for most of its run and continues to evolve with new twists, challenge formats, and game-length changes, with seasons streaming on Paramount+.

9. ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ (1996–2005)

This family sitcom centers on sportswriter Ray Barone, his wife Debra, and their lively extended family living across the street in Long Island. The cast features Ray Romano, Patricia Heaton, Brad Garrett, Doris Roberts, and Peter Boyle, with recurring roles for Monica Horan and others.

Created by Philip Rosenthal, the series was produced by Where’s Lunch and Worldwide Pants in association with HBO Independent Productions for CBS. It ran nine seasons and amassed numerous awards, with its complete library widely syndicated and available on streaming, including Paramount+.

8. ‘Dexter’ (2006–2013)

Set in Miami, the drama follows Dexter Morgan, a blood-spatter analyst for the police who secretly operates as a vigilante serial killer targeting other murderers. Michael C. Hall stars as Dexter, with Jennifer Carpenter, James Remar, David Zayas, Lauren Vélez, and C.S. Lee among the principal cast over eight seasons.

Developed for television by James Manos Jr. from Jeff Lindsay’s novel ‘Darkly Dreaming Dexter,’ the series aired on Showtime and was produced by John Goldwyn Productions and The Colleton Company, among others. The franchise later expanded with ‘Dexter: New Blood’ and additional prequel/sequel projects, with catalogs available to stream on Paramount+ in select regions.

7. ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ (2025– )

The new spin-off reunites former NCIS agents Anthony DiNozzo and Ziva David as they navigate threats in Europe while protecting their daughter, Tali. Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo reprise their roles, with storylines expanding the characters’ post-NCIS lives. The supporting cast includes performers such as Amita Suman and Maximilian Osinski.

Created by John McNamara for Paramount+, the series lists Weatherly and de Pablo among executive producers alongside McNamara. It’s the latest entry in the broader NCIS universe and streams exclusively on Paramount+, releasing new episodes weekly during its debut season.

6. ‘Criminal Minds’ (2005–2020)

This FBI procedural follows the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) as it profiles and pursues serial offenders. Over its original network run, the principal cast included Mandy Patinkin, Thomas Gibson, Shemar Moore, Matthew Gray Gubler, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Paget Brewster, Joe Mantegna, and others joining in later seasons.

Created by Jeff Davis, the series was produced by ABC Signature and CBS Studios (among other banners) and later revived as the streaming-era continuation subtitled ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution.’ Paramount+ carries both legacy seasons and the revival, with Erica Messer among executive producers guiding the modern incarnation.

5. ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ (1999– )

Set in Bikini Bottom, the animated series follows the optimistic fry cook SpongeBob and friends Patrick Star, Squidward Tentacles, and Mr. Krabs. Core voice talent features Tom Kenny (SpongeBob), Bill Fagerbakke (Patrick), Rodger Bumpass (Squidward), and Clancy Brown (Mr. Krabs), alongside Mr. Lawrence, Jill Talley, Carolyn Lawrence, and Mary Jo Catlett.

Created by marine biologist-turned-animator Stephen Hillenburg for Nickelodeon, the series has been steered at various times by showrunners including Paul Tibbitt, Vincent Waller, and Marc Ceccarelli. It has expanded into specials, films, and spin-offs, with Paramount+ housing a deep library of episodes.

4. ‘Big Brother’ (2000– )

The U.S. edition of the reality franchise places houseguests under constant surveillance as they compete in Head of Household, Power of Veto, and eviction votes en route to a cash prize. Julie Chen Moonves has hosted since the series’ 2000 debut, guiding live evictions and specials throughout the summer-into-fall seasons.

The format, adapted from the international concept created by John de Mol, is produced in the U.S. by Fly on the Wall Entertainment’s Allison Grodner and Rich Meehan in association with Endemol Shine North America. Episodes air on CBS with live feeds and on-demand streaming available on Paramount+.

3. ‘NCIS’ (2003– )

The long-running procedural follows agents of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service as they handle cases involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The ensemble across eras has included Mark Harmon, Sean Murray, David McCallum, Pauley Perrette, Brian Dietzen, Rocky Carroll, Wilmer Valderrama, Katrina Law, Diona Reasonover, and Gary Cole.

Created by Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, the series is produced by CBS Studios and has spawned multiple spin-offs. Its production leadership has included showrunners and executive producers such as Shane Brennan, Gary Glasberg, and Steven D. Binder, with hundreds of episodes making it one of TV’s most prolific dramas.

2. ‘Tulsa King’ (2022– )

This crime drama centers on Dwight “The General” Manfredi, a New York Mafia capo who, after 25 years in prison, is sent to Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he builds a new crew from the ground up. Sylvester Stallone leads the cast as Manfredi, joined across seasons by Martin Starr, Andrea Savage, Jay Will, Garrett Hedlund, Dana Delany, and others.

Created by Taylor Sheridan for Paramount+, the series launched as Stallone’s first scripted TV lead. Early development involved Terence Winter as showrunner in Season 1, with subsequent seasons produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios for Paramount+. Filming and release schedules have aligned around Paramount+’s exclusive streaming window.

1. ‘South Park’ (1997– )

Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s animated sitcom follows Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny through profane, satirical takes on news, pop culture, and politics in the fictional town of South Park, Colorado. Episodes are produced on tight turnarounds, allowing the series to lampoon events almost as they unfold. The main voices include Trey Parker and Matt Stone, with long-running contributions from April Stewart and Mona Marshall.

Created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone and originally developed with Brian Graden, the show is a Comedy Central mainstay that also streams on Paramount+. Music for the iconic theme is by Primus, and production has run through Parker-Stone’s South Park Studios with Anne Garefino among the major producers over the years.

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