November 21st 2024.
The highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson on Netflix was a huge success, breaking records and attracting a whopping 46.6 million viewers. Despite some controversy surrounding the authenticity of the fight, it was the most-streamed sporting event in history, with a peak of 65 million concurrent streams.
Not only did it dominate social media, but it also secured the title of the number one most-watched title on Netflix globally for the week of November 11 to 17. It was a hit in 78 countries, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Italy, the UK, and the US, and even made it to the top 10 in 91 countries.
It's no surprise that with such an enormous viewership, Netflix struggled to keep up with the demand. Many viewers were frustrated with buffering and poor screen quality, with reports emerging of a fan in Florida suing the streaming platform for a "breach of contract". Despite these technical difficulties, Netflix acknowledged the overwhelming success of the event and hinted at the possibility of more sports events being streamed in the future. In fact, they have already announced plans to stream two American football matches on Christmas Day this year.
Meanwhile, other shows on Netflix also saw a surge in viewership last week. The animated series Arcane, based on the popular video game League of Legends, received high praise from critics and an impressive 100% Rotten Tomatoes score for both seasons one and two. The second season alone was watched over seven million times on Netflix.
Another fan-favorite, Cobra Kai, a spin-off of the classic movie The Karate Kid, also had a successful week with over seven million views for the final installment of season six. The show has been well-received by critics and was at the top of the Netflix chart when it was released in July, with over 14 million views.
It's clear that Netflix has cemented its position as a leading streaming platform, not just for movies and TV shows, but also for live events and sports. With such a diverse range of content and a huge global audience, it's no wonder that the platform has become a go-to for entertainment. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, the entertainment team at The Agency would love to hear from you. You can get in touch by emailing us, calling, or visiting our Submit Stuff page.
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