NEW YORK — Netflix's May 2026 viewing charts in the United States have been dominated by a powerful mix of returning flagship series, major new releases and unexpected sleeper hits, reflecting the platform's ability to balance broad-appeal spectacles with compelling niche storytelling.

According to Netflix's official Top 10 data for the United States through mid-May, here are the 10 most-watched shows based on minutes viewed and household reach:

1. The Lincoln Lawyer (Season 5) Manuel Garcia-Rulfo's final season as Mickey Haller has dominated the charts since its premiere. The emotional conclusion to the popular legal drama has drawn massive audiences eager for closure on the long-running series.

2. Squid Game Season 3 The Korean survival phenomenon returned with its third and reportedly final season, maintaining enormous global and domestic viewership. Its intense storytelling and cultural resonance continue to captivate American audiences.

3. Wednesday Season 2 Jenna Ortega's gothic hit expanded its universe in Season 2, blending dark humor, mystery and coming-of-age themes that have kept it a consistent Top 10 fixture.

4. Baby Reindeer The limited series based on real events has........

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