Entertainment

Netflix Hits Top Charts

Updated 2026-05-05 19:20 UTC 1 source Positive

Peter Chernin’s North Road Company produced the top-ranked film and series on Netflix global charts. 'Apex' and 'Man on Fire' both achieved significant viewership, with 'Man on Fire' reaching 11 million views in four days.

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Variety

‘Man on Fire’ Debuts With 11 Million Views in Four Days on Netflix

“Man on Fire” was the most-watched TV series on Netflix during the week of April 27 to May 3, racking up 11 million views in its first four days of availability after its April 30 premiere. The Charlize Theron-led thriller “Apex” was the most-watched title across all of Netfl

2026-05-05 19:03 UTC

Variety

‘Apex,’ ‘Man on Fire’ Top Netflix Global Charts; Peter Chernin’s North Road First Indie Studio to Claim No. 1 Film and Series on Streamer

Peter Chernin is churning out the hits. The former News Corp. chairman and veteran Hollywood producer notched an impressive record this week, as his North Road Company and its portfolio divisions produced the number one film and series on Netflix’s global viewing charts. Charlize Theron’s “Apex” sco

2026-05-05 19:11 UTC