Taylor Sheridan’s Spy Thriller Is the Most-Watched Show on Paramount+ This Week

Paramount+ continues to offer a diverse streaming catalog featuring prestige dramas, classic sitcoms, animated favorites, and reality television staples. Viewers across the platform tune in weekly to catch the latest episodes of original programming alongside enduring broadcast hits. This week’s streaming figures highlight the wide variety of genres captivating audiences on the service. The following entries represent the top television shows drawing the highest viewership on Paramount+ this week.

‘Landman’ (2024– )

Set in the boomtowns of West Texas, the drama series explores the high-stakes world of the modern oil industry. Billy Bob Thornton stars as Tommy Norris, a crisis executive navigating corporate greed, dangerous field work, and volatile geopolitical conditions. The series was co-created by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace, drawing inspiration from the documentary podcast ‘Boomtown’. It examines the socioeconomic impact of oil drilling on local communities and the environment. The ensemble cast also includes Ali Larter, Demi Moore, and Jon Hamm.

‘The Challenge’ (1998– )

Originally spinning off from ‘The Real World’ and ‘Road Rules’, this long-running reality competition pits alumni from various reality franchises against each other. Contestants travel to international locations to compete in rigorous physical and mental challenges to secure a cash prize. The show incorporates strategic gameplay, social alliances, and elimination rounds that test the endurance of its participants. Veteran host T.J. Lavin oversees the competitions and guides players through each high-stakes phase of the tournament. It remains a cornerstone property within MTV’s unscripted television lineup.

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ (1999– )

Created by marine science educator and animator Stephen Hillenburg, this animated series chronicles the underwater adventures of a yellow sea sponge named SpongeBob. Residing in the submarine city of Bikini Bottom, the titular character works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab alongside his eccentric neighbors. The show features a supporting cast that includes Patrick Star, Squidward Tentacles, Mr. Krabs, and Sandy Cheeks. Since its debut, the franchise has expanded into feature films, theatrical adaptations, and global merchandise. It stands as one of Nickelodeon’s longest-running and most successful animated programs.

‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ (2022– )

Serving as a spin-off from ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ and a prequel to ‘Star Trek: The Original Series’, this science-fiction series follows the crew of the USS Enterprise. Captain Christopher Pike leads his team across the galaxy to explore uncharted worlds and encounter new civilizations. The series stars Anson Mount as Pike, Ethan Peck as Spock, and Rebecca Romijn as Number One. It adopts an episodic format reminiscent of classic franchise installments while utilizing modern visual effects and deep character development. The narrative takes place roughly a decade before Captain James T. Kirk assumes command of the starship.

‘Big Brother’ (2000– )

Based on the international reality format, this competition series places a group of contestants inside an isolated house monitored by cameras around the clock. Houseguests compete in physical and mental challenges to earn weekly privileges, including the Head of Household and Power of Veto titles. Each week, contestants vote to evict one of their peers until the final remaining player wins the grand cash prize. Host Julie Chen Moonves presents the live eviction episodes and navigates the evolving house dynamics. The series maintains an active live feed system that allows viewers to observe houseguests continuously throughout the season.

‘NCIS’ (2003– )

This procedural police drama centers on the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, a specialized agency handling crimes involving the United States Navy and Marine Corps. The investigative team combines forensic science, field reconnaissance, and interrogation techniques to solve complex military offenses. Originally led on-screen by Mark Harmon as Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, the series has evolved its ensemble cast over decades of broadcast. The program has spawned several successful spin-offs set in locations such as Los Angeles, New Orleans, Hawai’i, and Sydney. It remains one of the longest-running scripted prime-time television series in American history.

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ (1996–2005)

This multi-camera sitcom stars stand-up comedian Ray Romano as Raymond Barone, a successful sportswriter living on Long Island. Raymond attempts to balance his professional duties with his domestic life alongside his wife, Debra, and their three children. His life is frequently disrupted by his overbearing parents and envious older brother, who live directly across the street. The main cast features Patricia Heaton, Brad Garrett, Doris Roberts, and Peter Boyle. The series earned 15 Primetime Emmy Awards during its nine-season run on CBS.

‘Criminal Minds’ (2005– )

The crime drama follows the Behavioral Analysis Unit, an elite division of the FBI based in Quantico, Virginia. Unit profilers analyze behavioral patterns and psychological traits to predict the subsequent actions of serial criminals and solve complex cases. The ensemble cast has included actors such as Joe Mantegna, Paget Brewster, Matthew Gray Gubler, and A.J. Cook across various seasons. Following its initial conclusion on network television, the series was revived on streaming under the title ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’. The narrative focuses heavily on the psychological motivations of offenders rather than standard forensic evidence.

‘South Park’ (1997– )

Created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, this adult animated sitcom focuses on four fourth-grade boys living in the fictional town of South Park, Colorado. Stan Marsh, Kyle Broflovski, Eric Cartman, and Kenny McCormick regularly find themselves involved in absurd situations and cultural events. The series is produced with a rapid turnaround schedule that allows the creators to satirize contemporary news and popular culture within days of real-world events. Its signature cutout animation style and dark comedy have defined the brand across decades of broadcast and streaming specials. The program remains a cornerstone of Comedy Central’s original programming lineup.

‘Lioness’ (2023– )

Created by Taylor Sheridan, this espionage thriller is inspired by an actual United States military undercover program. The narrative follows Joe, portrayed by Zoe Saldaña, as she manages undercover female operatives tasked with infiltrating terrorist organizations. The intelligence operative works under the supervision of senior officials played by Nicole Kidman and Morgan Freeman. The plot explores the extreme personal and psychological pressures placed on field operatives as they build relationships with their targets. Originally titled ‘Special Ops: Lioness’, the high-stakes drama continues to lead viewership charts across the streaming service.

Share which of these trending Paramount+ series you are currently streaming in the comments.