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

Paramount+ has a deep bench of animated comedies, procedurals, classic sitcoms, and reality staples, and this week’s viewing reflects that range. From long-running franchises to fresh spin-offs, the slate spans adult animation, crime-solving teams, family-friendly favorites, and competition shows that helped define modern reality TV.

Below is a simple countdown of what viewers are pressing play on right now. Each entry includes quick, useful context—core premise, notable cast, and key creative leads—so you can jump in at the right spot or continue a rewatch with the essentials in mind.

10. ‘Survivor’ (2000–present)

‘Survivor’ strands contestants in remote locations where they form tribes, compete in challenges, and vote each other out until a Sole Survivor wins the title and grand prize. The U.S. version is hosted by Jeff Probst, who also serves as an executive producer, with the format created by Charlie Parsons. The production features rotating creative and directing teams that design challenges and film at international sites.

Each season includes immunity and reward competitions, evolving twists, and a jury that decides the winner at the Final Tribal Council. The franchise is produced by multiple companies over its long run, including Mark Burnett–associated banners and MGM Television, with seasons grouped on Paramount+ for continuous viewing.

9. ‘Frasier’ (1993–2004)

‘Frasier’ follows psychiatrist Dr. Frasier Crane as he hosts a Seattle radio call-in show, navigating family dynamics with his father Martin and brother Niles. Kelsey Grammer stars, with David Hyde Pierce, John Mahoney, Jane Leeves, and Peri Gilpin comprising the principal ensemble. The series was created by David Angell, Peter Casey, and David Lee.

Produced by Grub Street Productions in association with Paramount, the sitcom is structured around farce, witty dialogue, and character-driven plots. The property later expanded with a revival led by new developers while maintaining continuity with the original character background available on the platform.

8. ‘Dexter’ (2006–2013)

‘Dexter’ follows Dexter Morgan, a Miami Metro Police Department blood-spatter analyst who secretly operates as a vigilante serial killer targeting other killers. Michael C. Hall leads the cast, with Jennifer Carpenter, James Remar, Lauren Vélez, David Zayas, and others in key roles. The series was developed for television by James Manos Jr., based on Jeff Lindsay’s novel.

Produced by Showtime, the series mixes procedural elements with psychological drama, featuring season-long antagonists and mentor-figure storylines. Executive producers across its run include John Goldwyn, Sara Colleton, and Clyde Phillips, with episodes directed by a range of veteran television filmmakers.

7. ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ (2025–present)

‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ reunites Michael Weatherly as Anthony DiNozzo and Cote de Pablo as Ziva David on an international adventure that follows the pair and their daughter Tali after a threat forces them to go on the run across Europe. The series extends the ‘NCIS’ universe with a serialized pursuit that connects personal history from earlier installments with new adversaries.

As part of the broader ‘NCIS’ franchise, the show features returning leads and a premise built around cross-border investigations, introducing new allies and antagonists tied to Tony and Ziva’s mission. It’s positioned to link familiar characters with fresh storylines while standing alongside ongoing entries in the universe.

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

Created by Philip Rosenthal and starring Ray Romano, ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ centers on sportswriter Ray Barone, his wife Debra, and the close-by Barone parents and brother across the street. The core cast features Patricia Heaton, Brad Garrett, Doris Roberts, Peter Boyle, and Monica Horan, with many episodes drawing from Romano’s and Rosenthal’s real-life experiences.

The multi-camera sitcom was produced by Worldwide Pants and filmed before a live studio audience. Frequent directors include Gary Halvorson and Will Mackenzie, with episodes penned by a seasoned writing staff—such as Tucker Cawley and other veterans—focusing on family conflicts, parenting, and day-to-day domestic life.

5. ‘Criminal Minds’ (2005–present)

‘Criminal Minds’ tracks the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit as it profiles and apprehends serial offenders. Created by Jeff Davis, the ensemble over the years has included Mandy Patinkin, Joe Mantegna, Paget Brewster, Matthew Gray Gubler, A.J. Cook, Shemar Moore, Kirsten Vangsness, and others, with leadership roles like Emily Prentiss and David Rossi anchoring the team.

Episodes emphasize behavioral profiling, forensic details, and coordination with local law enforcement. The franchise is produced by ABC Signature and CBS Studios, with showrunners and writers rotating across seasons; recent installments continue the format with returning cast and updated case arcs available to stream together.

4. ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ (1999–present)

Created by marine science educator and animator Stephen Hillenburg, ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ follows SpongeBob, his best friend Patrick Star, neighbor Squidward Tentacles, employer Mr. Krabs, and friends like Sandy Cheeks in Bikini Bottom. Tom Kenny voices SpongeBob and Gary, with Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass, Clancy Brown, and Carolyn Lawrence among the principal voice cast.

The series blends slapstick and wordplay across episodes set at the Krusty Krab and other undersea locales. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio, it has spawned spin-offs, features, and specials, all collected on Paramount+ for easy access to both early and recent adventures.

3. ‘NCIS’ (2003–present)

‘NCIS’ focuses on a team from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service that handles crimes involving U.S. Navy and Marine Corps personnel. Created by Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, the series has featured a large ensemble across its run, including Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Sean Murray as Timothy McGee, Brian Dietzen as Dr. Jimmy Palmer, and the late David McCallum as Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard.

The procedural structure pairs forensic work with field investigations and interagency collaboration. ‘NCIS’ has been produced by Belisarius Productions in association with CBS Studios, with numerous directors and writers contributing to its long-running case-of-the-week format and serialized arcs.

2. ‘Tulsa King’ (2022–present)

‘Tulsa King’ follows New York mafia capo Dwight “The General” Manfredi, played by Sylvester Stallone, who is sent to set up operations in Tulsa, Oklahoma after a long prison term. The series was created by Taylor Sheridan, with Terence Winter serving as the inaugural season’s showrunner and executive producer. The ensemble includes Andrea Savage, Martin Starr, Jay Will, Domenick Lombardozzi, and Garrett Hedlund.

The show blends fish-out-of-water criminal enterprise with character-driven drama as Manfredi recruits a crew and confronts new rivals. Episodes are directed by various filmmakers, with Sheridan, Stallone, and Winter among the executive producers guiding the series’ overall direction.

1. ‘South Park’ (1997–present)

Trey Parker and Matt Stone created ‘South Park’, the animated series centered on Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman, and Kenny McCormick in the town of South Park, Colorado. Parker and Stone voice multiple characters, with April Stewart and Mona Marshall among the principal voice cast. The series is produced through their Park County banner alongside long-time collaborators, and episodes are known for quick turnarounds and topical storylines.

On Paramount+, viewers will find exclusive ‘South Park’ special events and films tied to the franchise, while the availability of full seasons can vary by region due to licensing. Recurring figures like Randy Marsh and Butters Stotch anchor arcs that expand into longer specials and standalone movies alongside the core episodic run.

Got your own watchlist or must-see episode order for these shows? Share your picks in the comments!