Google has unveiled the top ten most-searched-for TV shows of 2023, shedding light on the year’s trending topics in search. The list reflects the continued dominance of streaming platforms, hinting at a potential shift away from traditional theater experiences towards at-home viewing.
Without further ado, here are the top 10 most popular shows of 2023, according to Google’s search data:
#10 Shadow and Bone
Netflix has pulled the plug on “Shadow and Bone,” despite being the 10th most-searched-for show. The fantasy series, spanning two seasons, didn’t meet viewership expectations for renewal. The plot revolves around a young soldier with magical abilities facing threats from sinister forces.
#9 The Fall of the House of Usher
Netflix’s “The Fall of the House of Usher,” from creator Mike Flanagan, generated significant buzz prior to its October release. The series follows siblings Roderick and Madeline Usher as secrets unravel within their pharmaceutical empire, leading to mysterious deaths among the heirs.
#8 That ’90 Show
“That ’90s Show,” a sequel to the iconic “That ’70s Show” and available on Netflix, ranked as the 8th most-searched-for show in 2023. Amidst controversy surrounding an original star and excitement from fans, the series captures the summer of 1995 as Leia Forman befriends a new generation of Point Place kids while visiting her grandparents in Wisconsin.
#7 The Glory
Another Netflix hit, “The Glory,” secured a spot in the top 10 most-searched-for shows on Google in 2023. The series centers on a woman seeking revenge after being bullied out of school. Now a teacher, she enacts her plan by taking in the son of her tormentor.
#6 King the Land
Breaking away from Netflix originals, “King the Land” claimed the 6th spot. The series delves into an intense inheritance battle, featuring a clash between a charming heir and his hardworking employee, known for her irresistible smile that he finds intolerable.
#5 Kaleidoscope
Returning to Netflix, “Kaleidoscope” starring Giancarlo Esposito and Tati Gabrielle took the 5th spot. The series follows a master thief and his crew as they embark on an ambitious $7 billion heist, only to face betrayal, greed, and other obstacles that threaten their plans.
#4 One Piece
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of the beloved manga and anime “One Piece” proved to be one of the most successful and talked-about shows of the year. The series follows Monkey D. Luffy and his pirate crew as they journey through a fantastical world of oceans and islands in pursuit of the ultimate treasure to become the next Pirate King.
#3 Ginny & Georgia
Netflix’s “Ginny & Georgia” has garnered increasing success, leading to its renewal for multiple seasons. The show follows teenage Ginny and her family as they strive to settle down in a charming New England town after a life spent on the move.
#2 Wednesday
Netflix’s “Wednesday,” starring Jenna Ortega and created by Tim Burton, claimed the second spot as the most-searched-for show of 2023. The series follows Wednesday Addams as she navigates Nevermore Academy, honing her psychic powers while unraveling a decades-old family mystery.
#1 The Last of Us
HBO’s adaptation of the acclaimed video game “The Last of Us” became the most searched-for and discussed show on Google in 2023. The series follows a smuggler and his young apprentice as they navigate a post-apocalyptic world while escorting a teenager on a crucial mission.
