The American video distribution service Netflix plans to publish information on how many of its programs have been viewed around the world.
On the 12th, the company released global viewer data for the first half (January to June) of all titles distributed by the company.announcementdid. The company plans to make public announcements on a regular basis, and this is the first step.
According to Netflix, the most-watched title worldwide during this period was the political thriller “The Night Agent,” with a total of 812.1 million hours watched. Next was the second season of the family drama “Ginny & Georgia,” and the first season of the Korean drama “The Glory.” Considering all seasons of the show, Ginny & Georgia received the most viewing time.
Netflix’s Biggest Hits
The streaming service releases global viewer data for the first half of 2023
Source: Company report
The disclosure, the most detailed yet by a streaming service, follows a months-long battle between Hollywood unions and major production companies. In the wake of the two strikes, writers and actors won increased pay for their streaming work, but that pay depends in part on more detailed disclosure of U.S. audience data by Netflix and others.
Now everyone, including viewers, suppliers and competitors, will be able to get a deeper insight into what’s being watched with the twice-yearly What Is Watched: Netflix Engagement Report.
The data released on the 12th covers over 18,000 titles.
Report on Netflix’s release of viewer data
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