‘Nobody Wants This’ and ‘House of Dynamite’ Top the Charts
Season two of the popular rom-com series, Nobody Wants This, has made a significant impact on Netflix. With the talents of Adam Brody and Kristen Bell at its helm, the show garnered an impressive 8.6 million views in its first four days. This marks a slight decline from the launch of its first season, which achieved 10.3 million views last year.
Nobody Wants This: A Closer Look at Season Two
The second season revisits the lives of Noah and Joanne, portrayed by Brody and Bell. The couple navigates the complexities of their relationship, while supporting characters, played by Timothy Simons and Justine Lupe, explore their own evolving dynamics. Lupe’s character, Morgan, adds an intriguing twist by dating her therapist, portrayed by Arian Moayed from Succession.
In addition to the main cast, notable appearances include Leighton Meester, Seth Rogen, and Kate Berlant.
Viewership Impact and Rankings
The release of season two also positively influenced season one’s ratings. The original season climbed to number nine on Netflix’s charts, attracting 2 million views within a week. Currently, the rankings feature:
- 1. Nobody Wants This – 8.6M views
- 2. The Diplomat – 6.3M views
- 3. Boots – 5.6M views
- 4. Monster: The Ed Gein Story
- 5. Mob War: Philadelphia vs. The Mafia
- 6. WWE’s Raw
- 7. Wayward
- 8. Season 1 of The Diplomat
- 9. Baby Shark Hospital Play
A House of Dynamite: A New Thriller
In addition to the success of Nobody Wants This, Netflix also witnessed the launch of A House of Dynamite. This gripping thriller reached 22.1 million views within its first three days. It aligns with recent film releases, like The Woman in Cabin 10, which garnered 21.1 million views in its opening week.
Plot Overview and Cast
A House of Dynamite focuses on the urgent response to the deployment of an unattributed nuclear missile. The story unfolds during the 18 critical minutes the U.S. government has to react. The film features an ensemble cast including:
- Idris Elba
- Rebecca Ferguson
- Gabriel Basso
- Jared Harris
- Tracy Letts
- Anthony Ramos
- Greta Lee
- Jason Clarke
Another noteworthy film, The Perfect Neighbor documentary, secured second place with 20.2 million views. This documentary provides a harrowing look at community tensions through police bodycam footage, culminating in a tragic event.
With compelling content across genres, Netflix continues to dominate the streaming landscape with titles like Nobody Wants This and A House of Dynamite leading the way.
