The echoes of Halloween still haunt the streaming charts, but this week’s global Top 10 reveals a fascinating mix of moods and strategies.

Netflix continues to bet on volume and eclecticism, while HBO Max and Apple TV+ reinforce their image of sharp curatorship and consistency. Disney+ and Prime Video, in turn, rely on the power of established brands and nostalgic comfort. The result is a panorama that balances fear and affection, chaos and warmth — where monsters, flawed heroes, and everyday dramas coexist at the top of the screen.

Netflix: The empire of quantity and curiosity

The world’s most-watched platform keeps A House of Dynamite firmly at the top, proving that mystery thrillers still guarantee loyal binge-watchers. Aileen: Queen of the Serial Killers taps into our enduring fascination with real-life monsters, while Ballad of a Small Player attracts literary-minded viewers.

On the series front, The Asset has become Netflix’s latest phenomenon — a slick espionage thriller that could easily compete with Apple’s or HBO’s prestige productions. The Witcher hangs on despite Henry Cavill’s departure, a reminder that brand power still sustains Netflix, even through creative turbulence.

HBO Max: Mastering horror and psychological suspense

HBO Max continues to lead with Weapons, a moody and provocative thriller that perfectly fits the platform’s DNA. With Halloween’s afterglow still in full swing, horror dominates: It, It: Chapter Two, and The Substance take consecutive spots, confirming that audiences still crave stylish scares.

Among TV hits, IT: Welcome to Derry stands as the week’s biggest event — a haunting prequel expanding Stephen King’s universe while grounding its terror in adolescence. Alongside it, Task and The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball prove HBO’s versatility between dark adult drama and surreal animation.

Disney+: The reign of nostalgia and comfort

Over on Disney+, Halloween never ends. The Nightmare Before Christmas and Hocus Pocus keep ruling the movie chart, joined by a heartwarming lineup — The Incredibles, Ratatouille, Coco, and Home Alone.

Among series, High Potential has emerged as a surprise hit, a light detective show that balances intelligence and humor. Chad Powers and Twisted-Wonderland: The Animation hint at Disney’s cautious experimentation, but the platform still thrives on familiarity and family-friendly warmth.

Prime Video: Youth and intensity

Amazon’s Top 10 reflects a distinct identity — bold, emotional, and young. Our Fault and Culpa Mía remain on top, confirming the unstoppable success of Mercedes Ron’s Spanish romance trilogy.
In TV, Hazbin Hotel dominates once again, a wild adult animation that blends musical flair and dark humor. The Summer I Turned Pretty and Maxton Hall stay strong with teen audiences, while Harlan Coben’s Lazarus cements Prime Video’s expertise in intricate thrillers.

Paramount+: Action, crime, and cult favorites

Paramount+ sticks to its guns — quite literally. Top Gun: Maverick, Jack Reacher, and World War Z continue to define its film lineup, while cult horror titles like Terrifier and Terrifier 2 sustain Halloween energy.

On the TV side, South Park, Tulsa King, and Yellowstone remain the platform’s holy trinity: unapologetically masculine, accessible, and loyal to their base. Paramount+ may be predictable, but it knows its audience perfectly.

Apple TV+: Prestige and precision

Apple TV+ keeps solidifying its reputation as the home of prestige drama. Slow Horses and The Morning Show top the list, once again proving that character-driven storytelling and powerhouse performances define the brand. Down Cemetery Road, starring Emma Thompson, debuts high on the chart and is already being hailed as one of the season’s strongest premieres.

In film, The Lost Bus and The Gorge show Apple’s growing investment in cinematic originals, paired with emotional pieces like All of You and the Gracie Abrams: The Secret of Us Tour.

It’s a minimalist approach that works: Apple doesn’t release much, but everything feels like an event.

The Week in Perspective

This week’s Top 10 reflects an audience craving both comfort and catharsis. Fear and laughter, love and tension, nostalgia and novelty all coexist in perfect equilibrium. It’s an era of abundance — but also of emotional curation. People don’t just want to watch; they want to feel. And in this balance between monsters and spies, streaming still holds the world’s attention.

Miscelana Top 10 of the Week

1. Slow Horses (Apple TV+) – Smart, tense, and brilliantly acted; the most sophisticated return of the season.
   
2. Weapons (HBO Max) – Visually stunning and socially charged; genre cinema at its sharpest.
   
3. The Asset (Netflix) – The latest espionage obsession, fast-paced and cleverly plotted.
   
4. Down Cemetery Road (Apple TV+) – Emma Thompson delivers one of her finest performances in years.
   
5. IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO Max) – Expanding Stephen King’s mythos with depth and terror.
   
6. A House of Dynamite (Netflix) – Pure, explosive entertainment.
   
7. High Potential (Disney+) – Charming, funny, and refreshingly optimistic.
   
8. Hazbin Hotel (Prime Video) – Wickedly creative and visually daring adult animation.
   
9. Tulsa King (Paramount+) – Sylvester Stallone’s charisma keeps this crime drama irresistible.
   
10. The Morning Show (Apple TV+) – Still one of streaming’s smartest, most polished dramas.