# Netflix’s Leading Movies and Series of 2024: A Mixed Bag of Wins and Losses
In the past few years, Netflix has become significantly more open regarding its streaming metrics, providing insights into the viewing habits of its worldwide audience. The streaming giant routinely releases Engagement Reports, which contain a comprehensive analysis of viewership statistics for its original programming. The most recent report, which spans the first half of 2024 (January to June), delivers an intriguing glimpse into the platform’s highest-watched movies and series. While several titles have received critical acclaim, many others have fallen short of expectations, particularly in the original film category.
## The Contrast Between Netflix’s Original Series and Films
One of the most notable findings from Netflix’s 2024 Engagement Report is the growing disparity in quality between its original series and films. While Netflix continues to create successful shows that capture public attention, its original movies have encountered difficulties in attaining the same degree of praise or viewer satisfaction.
### The Triumph of Netflix’s Original Series
Netflix’s original series remain a significant attraction for subscribers, with numerous shows amassing remarkable viewership figures. Among the standout performers are:
1. **Bridgerton: Season 3** – The newest installment of this historical drama continues to enthrall viewers with its mix of romance, suspense, and opulent production values.
2. **Fool Me Once: Limited Series** – A thrilling limited series that has kept audiences eagerly engaged.
3. **Queen of Tears: Limited Series** – Another limited series that has struck a chord with viewers, thanks to its emotional richness and powerful performances.
4. **Avatar: The Last Airbender: Season 1** – The live-action version of the beloved animated series has been hugely successful, attracting both new watchers and dedicated fans of the original.
5. **3 Body Problem: Season 1** – Adapted from the popular sci-fi novel, this series has emerged as a highlight in Netflix’s 2024 offerings, receiving accolades for its ambitious narrative.
Other noteworthy mentions include **Baby Reindeer**, which secured six Emmys, and **Griselda**, a limited series that has also captured considerable interest.
### The Challenges of Netflix’s Original Films
While Netflix’s original series continue to flourish, its original films have encountered a tougher reception. Many of the most-watched films on the platform in 2024 have been met with critical disdain, with several not even reaching 30% on Rotten Tomatoes. Despite their popularity in terms of viewership, films like **Lift**, **Atlas**, **Mother of the Bride**, and both **Rebel Moon** entries have struggled to win over either critics or audiences.
The top 10 original films of 2024 feature:
1. **Damsel** – Leading the pack, this fantasy adventure film has attracted enormous viewership, though critical opinions have varied.
2. **Society of the Snow** – A survival drama that has emerged as one of the rare bright spots in Netflix’s movie roster, earning accolades for its gripping storytelling and emotional depth.
3. **Lift** – Despite considerable viewership numbers, this heist movie has been heavily critiqued for its lackluster narrative and uninspired acting.
4. **Atlas** – Another sci-fi action film that has not managed to impress critics, although it has drawn in a substantial audience.
5. **Under Paris** – A mystery thriller located in the City of Light, which has had moderate success in viewership but hasn’t appealed much to critics.
Other films in the top 10 include **The Super Mario Bros. Movie**, **Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire**, **Mother of the Bride**, **Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver**, and **Irish Wish**. While these films have attracted large viewership numbers, their critical reception has generally been unfavorable, prompting questions about the overall standard of Netflix’s original film offerings.
## The Top 25 Most-Viewed Movies and Series of 2024
Here’s a detailed list of the top 25 most-viewed movies and series on Netflix for the first half of 2024, based on hours watched:
### Top 25 Movies of 1H 2024:
1. **Damsel**
2. **Society of the Snow**
3. **Lift**
4. **Atlas**
5. **Under Paris**
6. **The Super Mario Bros. Movie**
7. **Rebel Moon — Part One: A Child of Fire**
8. **Mother of the Bride**
9. **Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver**
10. **Irish Wish**
11. **Minions**
12. **Mea Culpa**
13. **The Boss Baby**
14. **Badland Hunters**
15. **The Equalizer 3**
16. **Leo**
17. **Leave the World**
