Netflix's Top 10 global chart is being dominated by Milly Alcock and Meghann Fahy's twisty dark comedy, cast of Sirens, which is a dark comedy based on Molly Smith Metzler's 2011 play Elemeno Pea. The story focuses on Devon DeWit (Fahy), who begins growing suspicious of her younger sister, Simone (Alcock) and her relationship with her boss, billionaire and former lawyer Michaela Kell (Julianne Moore). The series has received generally positive reviews since it premiered on Netflix on May 22, 2025.

Now, Netflix reports that Sirens has climbed to Number 1 on their Top 10 global chart for English-language TV shows on the platform. The dark comedy has garnered 79.2 million hours watched from 16.7 million viewers, placing it in the top spot for the week of May 19 to May 25, 2025. The show is made it onto the Top 10 of 90 countries and is Number 1 in 44 countries this week, becoming a global hit for the platform within its first four days of being released.

Sirens was developed for TV by Metzler, who wrote Elemeno Pea.

What Sirens' Netflix Success Says About The Show

A Twisted Tale About Class & Power

Reviews for Sirens have been generally positive, with the show getting praised for good performances, strong characters, and hilarious dark comedy. It's not without some criticisms, though, notably issues with pacing and developments that happen as the series progresses. However, as a whole, the show is considered a strong new entry within Netflix's originals catalog, something that's further reflected by its status as Number 1 in dozens of countries worldwide. It reflects the show's critical success by emphasizing that audience engagement is just as high.

The series also tackles some pertinent ideas within its story, especially when it comes to class and power. Utilizing characters with different perspectives on the world, the show offers a variety of different ideas that coalesce into commentary on power, wealth, and the way they shape relationships between people. By the end of Sirens, these topics have been explored thoroughly, indicating the importance of the message the show is trying to send while still balancing its drama, comedy, and engaging characters.

Our Take On Sirens' Major Netflix Success

The Series Is Another Hit For The Platform

Thanks to its interesting, twisted storyline and influence from sources like Greek mythology, Sirens has managed to become a memorable addition to the platform. It also indicates the series has a chance at keeping its Number 1 spot for quite some time, given the layered themes and ideas that are significant parts of its story. Because of these ideas, the show's success isn't unexpected, making it a twisted yet important addition to the streamer's TV catalog.

Source: Netflix