AceShowbiz - The newest Nielsen streaming ratings reveal that HBO Max continues to lead the pack in viewer engagement. For the week spanning April 13 to April 19, the platform secured two titles within the top 10 most-watched streaming programs. This strong showing highlights HBO Max’s ongoing dominance among streaming services during this period, with the platform amassing 1.3 billion minutes viewed.

In contrast, other major streamers—Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+, and Paramount+—each managed to place a single title in the top 10. Hulu, meanwhile, benefited from the sustained popularity of two long-running animated series, maintaining its presence in the rankings through these evergreen hits.

On the traditional television front, only two scripted series managed to break into the top 10 for the week of May 4 to May 10. Both of these shows were CBS productions, named Tracker and Marshals, each drawing audiences exceeding 7 million viewers. This demonstrates that while streaming dominates, network television still holds significant viewership for select programs.

Among the streamers, Netflix's only entry in the top 10 was the film Thrash, featuring Phoebe Dynevor as the lead. This creature horror film has set the stage for the upcoming release of the survival thriller Apex, which is expected to perform strongly in future Nielsen reports. The anticipation around Apex suggests Netflix aims to capitalize on the momentum generated by Thrash.

Prime Video’s sole top 10 title was the acclaimed superhero series The Boys. The show is gearing towards its conclusion, with the fifth and final season having premiered on April 8 and concluding on May 20. Despite the season only having started on April 8, the series already secured the number two spot in the Nielsen rankings, an impressive feat that underscores its enduring popularity.

Hulu’s success in the latest Nielsen ratings was largely driven by two animated series: Bob's Burgers and Family Guy. Both shows have cultivated a dedicated fan base over time, contributing solid and consistent viewership that helped Hulu maintain its competitive edge this week.

Paramount+ managed to secure a position in the top 10 with the beloved animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. This title continues to attract viewers across age groups, sustaining its status as a staple of the platform’s lineup.

Other notable appearances in the Nielsen streaming top 10 included legacy programs such as Grey's Anatomy and Survivor. Both of these series remain available on Hulu and other streaming platforms, reflecting their ongoing appeal and contribution to the streaming ecosystem.

In summary, the latest Nielsen data confirms that HBO Max is currently leading the streaming wars with two strong-performing titles in the top 10. While other services like Netflix and Prime Video maintain a foothold with one popular show each, Hulu and Paramount+ continue to leverage their animated series to retain audiences. On the broadcast side, CBS’s scripted offerings remain among the few network shows attracting more than 7 million viewers weekly, underscoring the evolving balance between streaming and traditional television consumption.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Collider.