“Stranger Things” Dominates, ‘The Housemaid’ Takes the Lead, and Fans Praise Catherine O’Hara

In January, IMDb users couldn’t get enough of the hit series “Stranger Things,” making it the most popular title on the site for the third month in a row. The show’s finale drop on New Year’s Eve led to a surge in page views, surpassing even the second most popular title, “His & Hers,” a crime series starring Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal, also on Netflix.

Here’s a rundown of January’s Top 10 Titles on IMDb:
1. Stranger Things (Netflix)
2. His & Hers (Netflix)
3. The Rip (Netflix)
4. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO Max)
5. The Housemaid (theatrical)
6. Fallout (Prime Video)
7. The Pitt (HBO Max)
8. Run Away (Netflix)
9. One Battle After Another (HBO Max)
10. Heated Rivalry (HBO Max)

Streaming platforms dominated the list with four titles each from Netflix and HBO Max. HBO Max’s top title, “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” a “Game of Thrones” spin-off, led the pack. “The Housemaid,” the only theatrical release in the top 10, starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, caught viewers’ attention.

The passing of Catherine O’Hara, beloved comedy legend, prompted IMDb users to explore her filmography throughout January. Known for iconic roles in classics like “Home Alone,” “Best in Show,” and “Beetlejuice,” as well as her award-winning performance in “Schitt’s Creek,” O’Hara remained the most viewed name on IMDb for the month. Her legacy in the entertainment world was truly unmatched.

And here are January’s Top 10 Stars on IMDb:
1. Catherine O’Hara
2. Mia McKenna-Bruce
3. Millie Bobby Brown
4. Teyana Taylor
5. Jessie Buckley
6. Sydney Sweeney
7. Leonardo DiCaprio
8. Jon Bernthal
9. Tessa Thompson
10. Jamie Campbell Bower

Alongside O’Hara were other standout stars, showcasing a mix of rising talents and established names in Hollywood. This month’s rankings highlight the diverse and exciting talent that captured audiences’ attention across the streaming and entertainment landscape.