The latest cinematic powerhouse, A House of Dynamite, has stormed its way to the top of the global streaming charts. In just three days, the intense new thriller captured 22.1 million views, claiming the No. 1 spot on the English film list and proving once again that director Kathryn Bigelow knows how to grip an audience.
The Oscar-winning filmmaker delivers another heart-pounding experience — this time centered on the unimaginable scenario of a nuclear missile launch and the 18 minutes that follow, as the U.S. government scrambles to react.
A House of Dynamite — A Thrilling Explosion of Drama
Fresh from its acclaimed premieres at the Venice International Film Festival and New York Film Festival, A House of Dynamite combines global political tension with human emotion at its breaking point.
The star-studded cast includes Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts, Anthony Ramos, Greta Lee, and Jason Clarke — each delivering powerful performances in a film that unfolds almost in real time.
Bigelow, known for her Oscar-winning films The Hurt Locker and Zero Dark Thirty, brings her signature energy and realism to this story of pressure, leadership, and the thin line between order and chaos. The film’s immediate success shows audiences are hungry for intelligent, suspense-driven storytelling.
Viewers Also Love: Nobody Wants This Season 2
While A House of Dynamite dominates the film charts, the English TV category saw a completely different kind of explosion — the romantic dramedy Nobody Wants This shot to No. 1 with 8.6 million views.
The show follows Joanne (Kristen Bell), an agnostic podcaster, and Noah (Adam Brody), an unconventional rabbi, as they navigate their unlikely relationship across Los Angeles. Season 2 deepens their connection, adding humor and heart with special appearances from Leighton Meester, Seth Rogen, Arian Moayed, and Kate Berlant.
Fans also revisited Season 1, pushing it back into the Top 10 at No. 9 with 2 million views, proving this unconventional love story still has a loyal audience.
Horror Hits Just in Time for Halloween
The spooky season brought chills from around the globe. The Indonesian horror film The Elixir terrified its way to No. 1 on the non-English film list with 11.4 million views in its debut weekend.
The story follows a pharmaceutical tycoon who accidentally creates a potion that transforms him — and eventually his village — into zombies. Its unique blend of folklore, science, and horror has made it a viral sensation across Asia.
Meanwhile, Italian viewers were captivated by the dark true-crime drama The Monster of Florence, which topped the non-English TV list with 9.6 million views. The gripping four-part series chronicles Italy’s most infamous serial killer, “Il Mostro,” whose reign of terror between 1968 and 1985 shocked the nation.
Returning Favorites Keep Their Momentum
Several fan-favorite titles continued to perform strongly. The chilling documentary The Perfect Neighbor ranked No. 2 among English films, drawing 20.2 million views in its second week. Composed mostly of police bodycam footage, it captures the tense unraveling of a neighborhood tragedy.
In the TV realm, The Diplomat Season 3 claimed the No. 2 spot with 6.3 million views. Starring Keri Russell as diplomat Kate Wyler, the show dives deeper into political power struggles and personal sacrifice. Viewers even revisited Season 1, which reentered the list at No. 8 with 2 million views.
Action, Drama, and Nostalgia
BOOTS continues to hold strong at No. 3 on the English TV list with 5.6 million views. The ’90s-set dramedy stars Miles Heizer as a closeted teen who enlists in the U.S. Marine Corps, only to discover deep bonds and internal conflicts within his platoon.
Meanwhile, KPop Demon Hunters, one of the year’s most talked-about animated adventures, remains unstoppable. With 14.6 million views, it’s the No. 3 film on the English list and a pop-culture favorite as fans gear up for Halloween with themed costumes.
Adding to the suspense lineup, The Woman in Cabin 10 starring Keira Knightley continues to intrigue mystery lovers, taking the No. 4 film spot with 9.9 million views.
True Crime, Monsters & Mystery Dominate
The three-part docuseries Mob War: Philadelphia vs. The Mafia entered the chart at No. 5 on the English TV list with 4.8 million views. The series revisits the volatile feud between John Stanfa and Joey Merlino, two figures who defined Philadelphia’s mob wars of the ’90s.
Meanwhile, Wednesday Season 2 climbed to No. 4 on the “Most Popular English TV” list with a massive 115.7 million total views, keeping Jenna Ortega’s gothic charm alive this Halloween season.
And true-crime fans couldn’t look away from Monster: The Ed Gein Story — a disturbing yet fascinating look at the real-life murderer who inspired countless Hollywood horror villains. The show ranked No. 4 on the English TV list with 5.1 million views.
Global Favorites on the Rise
In non-English categories, the Brazilian drama Caramelo continues to touch hearts, holding the No. 2 spot with 6.7 million views. The film follows a talented chef who finds solace in a stray dog after a devastating diagnosis.
Elsewhere, the Argentinian drama 27 Nights stays strong at No. 3 with 3.9 million views, telling the moving story of an elderly woman navigating a psychiatric clinic in her twilight years.
Mexican limited series No One Saw Us Leave and Japanese-Korean collaboration Romantics Anonymous also performed impressively, ranking No. 2 and No. 3 on the non-English TV list.
These stories, each unique in tone and origin, highlight the growing diversity of global streaming hits — from heartfelt dramas to dark mysteries and heart-stopping thrillers.