Netflix is no slouch in the movie department. Even if you primarily use Netflix (or any of the best streaming services) to rewatch your favorite sitcom, you surely know that the streaming giant supplements its library with a steady stream of original movies and shows.
Over the years, Netflix has spent a ton of money bringing us exclusive, big-budget blockbusters, acclaimed titles from notable directors, awards contenders and countless genre flicks. Whether you're in the mood for action, chills, drama, swoonworthy romance, or anything else, there's probably a Netflix Original movie that fits the bill.
What you may not know, however, is which of those original movies has managed to grab the viewing public's attention the most. Over on Tudum, Netflix hosts a chart displaying its top 10 most-watched movies of all time, ranked by the total number of views.
If you've ever been curious about what the most-watched Netflix movies of all time are, I've listed the top 10 contenders from that list below. And seeing as some of the movies on that list aren't exactly the best that Netflix has to offer, I've highlighted the three movies from that list that I'd deem most worthy of a spot on your Netflix watchlist.
Netflix's 10 most-watched movies of all time
Below, you can find the current list of Netflix's top 10 most-watched movies of all time, globally.
This data comes directly from Netflix, and the streamer notes that these rankings are based on total views received within the first 91 days of a given movie's release.
- "Red Notice"
- "KPop Demon Hunters"
- "Carry-On"
- "Don't Look Up"
- "The Adam Project"
- "Bird Box"
- "Back in Action"
- "Leave the World Behind"
- "The Gray Man"
- "Damsel"
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'Carry-On' (2024)
Last Christmas, Netflix gifted us "Carry-On," a "Die Hard"-style holiday thriller that put "Kingsman" star Taron Egerton through the wringer as TSA Agent, Ethan Kopek. On Christmas Eve, Ethan gets the chance to try and prove himself worthy of a promotion, but finds himself tangling with a menacing stranger (Jason Bateman) who's trying to force him to slip a dangerous package onto a packed flight.
Via an earpiece, the Traveler offers Ethan an ultimatum: comply with his instructions and don't raise the alarm, or he'll go after Ethan's pregnant girlfriend, Nora (Sofia Carson). What follows is a gripping cat-and-mouse game wherein Ethan tries to outwit and unmask the mystery caller whilst saving the lives of everyone on board the targeted flight.
Rotten Tomatoes score: 88%
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'KPop Demon Hunters' (2025)
"KPop Demon Hunters" is, indisputably, a Netflix phenomenon. Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans' animated musical action-fantasy dropped back in June 2025. Within two months, it had officially become the streamer's second most-watched movie, ever, earned a limited-time theatrical release, generated tons of buzz online, and it currently has fans clamoring for "KPop Demon Hunters 2."
If you've already seen it, you'll know why "KPop Demon Hunters" belongs on this list, though: it's arguably the easiest movie to recommend of the bunch. This is a visual feast of a film, a dynamic, colorful adventure boasting characters you'll care about, impressive action setpieces, and a killer soundtrack. Believe the hype: "KPop Demon Hunters" is great fun.
Rotten Tomatoes score: 97%
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'Leave the World Behind' (2023)
Even if it wasn't the biggest hit with Netflix subscribers, I'd be happy to recommend that would-be streamers give "Leave the World Behind" a shot. Sam Esmail's apocalyptic thriller sees Amanda (Julia Roberts), Clay (Ethan Hawke) whisk their two kids away on a luxurious weekend family getaway. Problems arise when two strangers show up in the night, bringing news of an ongoing cyberattack and claiming they own the house the family has rented.
Forced to stay together, tensions rise as the two families are forced to wait out the event. It's talky, tense, impressively shot, and boasts some compelling casting and sufficient thrills, and thus "Leave the World Behind" remains a cut above some of the other, lesser features on Netflix's all-time most-watched list.
Rotten Tomatoes score: 73%
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If none of Netflix's most-watched movies have piqued your interest, be sure to check out our round-up of all the best movies on Netflix for tons more streaming suggestions worth adding to your watchlist.
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