“Monster: The Ed Gein Story Draws 12.2 Million Netflix Views”
“Monster: The Ed Gein Story” has made a strong debut on Netflix, garnering 12.2 million views within its first three days. Although this figure is slightly lower than the initial view count of “Monsters” Season 2, subtitled “The Lyle and Erik Menendez,” which achieved 12.3 million views in 2024, both shows have generated significant interest.
Comparative Performance of Netflix Debuts
The debut of “The Lyle and Erik Menendez” story was calculated over a four-day opening. In contrast, “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” only had a three-day window before being listed in Netflix’s Top 10. Analysts suggest that, given another day, “Ed Gein” might have surpassed its predecessor.
Chart Performance for the Week of Sept. 29-Oct. 5
During the week of September 29 to October 5, “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” secured the second position on the English-language TV chart. The top spot was held by “Wayward,” a mystery series by Mae Martin, which attracted 14.1 million views after an impressive debut the previous week.
Viewership Rankings
- 1. Wayward – 14.1 million views
- 2. Monster: The Ed Gein Story – 12.2 million views
- 3. House of Guinness – 6.4 million views in its second week
- 4. Love Is Blind (Season 9) – 3.7 million views
- 5. Black Rabbit – 3.3 million views in its third week
- 6. Wednesday (Season 2) – 3 million views in its ninth week
- 7. Dark Winds (Season 1) – 2.8 million views
- 8. Raw: 2025 – 2.3 million views
- 9. Doc – 1.7 million views in its second week
- 10. Ms. Rachel – 1.6 million views in its 25th week
The resurgence of “Dark Winds” is notable, as the addition of Season 3 on October 1 has revitalized viewership, leading to increased interest in all available seasons. This has led to significant movement within the overall Netflix rankings.
Overall, the viewership numbers highlight the fierce competition among Netflix’s recent releases, with “Monster: The Ed Gein Story” establishing itself as a notable entry in the crime anthology series. With impressive viewership in its opening days, it sets a promising foundation for future episodes.
