A new thriller onNetflixis beating some of the biggest blockbusters of the year in the latest streaming ranking. Because of the strike delays related to the writers and actors strikes, and also because of how long prestige series can take to move through production, Netflix made it known that some of its biggest originals wouldn’t make a 2024 release date. That includes the Jenna Ortega-led supernatural horrorWednesdayand the final season ofStranger Things.

The streamer was boosted by the breakout success of theromantic comedy seriesNobody Wants This, led by Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, which became one of the most-discussed new series.The Diplomatseason 2 andMonsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Storybuilt on the foundations of their first installments, withOuter Banks,Bridgerton, andThe Lincoln Lawyerall continuing to draw massive viewership. A recently debuted thriller could end up being a significant hit.

Keira Knightley pointing a pistol as Helen in Black Doves

Black Doves Has Topped The Streaming Charts

It Consists Of Six Episodes

According to new data,Black Dovesis off to an impressive start. Consisting of six episodes, from creator Joe Barton, the British spy thriller is set around the holidays as four seemingly unconnected murders threaten to expose dangerous secrets and kick off a global crisis. With aBlack Dovescastthat includes Keira Knightley, Ben Whishaw, and Sarah Lancashire, the thriller has been met with widespread acclaim and audience interest.

Reelgood’s methodology uses first-party data from interactions with movies and TV shows on the platform in real-time.

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That interest is backed up byReelgood, which finds thatBlack Doveshas taken the top spot on its streaming charts for the week of December 5 to December 11. The new Netflix showcame in ahead of box office winners likeBeetlejuice Beetlejuice,Deadpool & Wolverine, andAlien:Romulus​​​​. It alsobeat major Taylor Sheridan series such asYellowstoneandLandman.

Our Take On The Success Of Black Doves

It’s A Very Easy Watch

The secret weapon of the British spy sagaoutside of its excellent cast is its tone management. The show takes the plight of its characters and the situation seriously, but it still manages to have fun. With its holiday setting, and at just six episodes, it’s no surprise that the reviewsand the reception has been great so far. It’s not surprising, as well, thatBlack Dovesseason 2is confirmed.

Black Doves

Cast

Black Doves is a suspenseful thriller released in December 2024. It follows a spy masquerading as a politician’s wife who, after discovering her lover’s murder, joins forces with an old assassin associate to uncover the truth and seek revenge.