Netflix's 'His & Hers' Tops Nielsen's Streaming Rankings for First Quarter 2026
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Netflix's drama 'His & Hers' was the most-watched streaming series in the U.S. for the first three months of 2026, averaging 25.6 million viewers per episode. The CBS series 'Marshals' ranked second, while ABC's 'High Potential' led Nielsen's separate broadcast entertainment rankings for the same period.
Facts First
- 'His & Hers' averaged 25.6 million viewers per episode across streaming platforms.
- The series topped Nielsen's multiplatform streaming rankings for January 1–March 15, 2026.
- CBS's 'Marshals' ranked second with 25.24 million viewers.
- ABC's 'High Potential' led Nielsen's separate broadcast entertainment rankings for the same period.
What Happened
Netflix's drama series 'His & Hers' was the most-watched streaming title in the U.S. for the first quarter of 2026, according to Nielsen's multiplatform data. The show averaged 25.6 million viewers per episode between January 1 and March 15. The CBS series 'Marshals' ranked second with an average of 25.24 million viewers. The top 20 list for streaming viewers was dominated by Netflix and Paramount+, which placed 10 and six series respectively.
Why this Matters to You
Nielsen's rankings provide a key measure of what Americans are watching across both streaming and traditional broadcast television. For viewers, a top-ranked show like 'His & Hers' indicates a widely popular series that is a significant part of the cultural conversation. For the industry, the data informs programming and licensing decisions. The strong performance of a CBS series on streaming platforms also highlights how traditional network content remains highly competitive in the on-demand era.
What's Next
Netflix will likely seek to capitalize on the success of 'His & Hers' with renewed marketing efforts. The performance of Sheridan's 'Marshals' reinforces the continued drawing power of the 'Yellowstone' franchise. Nielsen's next quarterly report will show whether these titles maintain their positions or if new releases shift the rankings.