Netflix Top 10 This Week: Swapped Becomes Biggest Animated Movie Surprise Of 2026

| Published: Thursday, May 14, 2026, 14:40 [IST]

Netflix’s latest global Top 10 rankings are packed with breakout hits, emotional dramas, action thrillers, and binge-worthy international series. Leading the charge this week is Swapped, the animated fantasy comedy that has shattered records with an impressive 38.7 million views – making it the biggest single-week performance ever for a Netflix animated movie.

From Michael B. Jordan’s voice performance to Yahya Abdul-Mateen II’s revenge thriller Man on Fire, audiences worldwide are driving huge streaming numbers across multiple genres.

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Swapped Becomes Netflix’s Biggest Animated Hit Of The Week

The animated family comedy Swapped has stormed to the No. 1 spot on Netflix’s English film chart with a massive 38.7 million views. The film follows Ollie, a chipmunk-like pookoo voiced by Michael B. Jordan, and Ivy, a bird-like javan voiced by Juno Temple, who accidentally swap bodies after touching a magical pod.

Why To Watch

Record-breaking animated movie performance
Emotional family-friendly adventure
Strong voice cast led by Michael B. Jordan
Themes of empathy, unity, and friendship

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Man on Fire Ignites The English TV Chart

Action thriller Man on Fire debuted at No. 1 on the English TV list with 12.6 million views. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II stars as former Special Forces agent John Creasy, who is pulled into a dangerous revenge mission after a brutal attack on his friend’s family in Brazil.

Why To Watch

Intense action and revenge storytelling
Powerful lead performance
Fast-paced crime thriller energy
Emotional father-daughter style bond

3/11

Apex Continues Its Massive Survival Thriller Run

Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton’s survival thriller Apex remains one of Netflix’s strongest performers with 16.2 million views this week. The film follows a deadly survival chase across the Australian wilderness involving grief, obsession, and psychological warfare.

Why To Watch

Charlize Theron in a gripping lead role
High-stakes wilderness survival drama
Stylish soundtrack and visuals
Intense cat-and-mouse tension

4/11

Remarkably Bright Creatures Wins Hearts Online

The adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt’s bestselling novel Remarkably Bright Creatures secured 10.4 million views. Sally Field stars as grieving widow Tova, whose unexpected friendship with a talking giant Pacific octopus changes her life forever.

Why To Watch

Emotional storytelling with heartwarming themes
Brilliant performances from Sally Field and Alfred Molina
Unique blend of fantasy and human drama
Viral emotional reactions on social media

5/11

Should I Marry A Murderer? Keeps True Crime Fans Hooked

The shocking true-crime docuseries held the No. 2 English TV position with 8 million views. The story follows Dr. Caroline Muirhead, who secretly worked with police after her fiancé confessed to murder.

Why To Watch

Real-life suspense and investigation
Emotional psychological drama
Chilling true-crime storytelling
Binge-worthy episodic format

6/11

Worst Ex Ever Season 2 Sparks Social Media Buzz

Season 2 of Worst Ex Ever grabbed another 8 million views as audiences tuned in for disturbing relationship stories involving betrayal, manipulation, and dark secrets.

Why To Watch

Viral relationship horror stories
Addictive documentary storytelling
Shocking twists and emotional revelations
Popular among true-crime audiences

7/11

Legends Brings Undercover Thriller Drama To Netflix

Inspired by real events, Legends launched strongly with 3.4 million views. The British thriller follows customs officers sent undercover to infiltrate dangerous drug gangs.

Why To Watch

Based on true operations
High-stakes undercover missions
British crime thriller atmosphere
Strong ensemble performances

8/11

Running Point Season 2 Continues Winning Fans

Kate Hudson’s sports comedy Running Point returned for Season 2 and immediately secured 3.3 million views. Hudson stars as Isla Gordon, the unlikely head of a professional basketball franchise.

Why To Watch

Feel-good sports comedy
Kate Hudson’s charismatic performance
Family business drama
Lighthearted binge-watch energy

9/11

Lord Of The Flies Returns With Dark Survival Drama

The latest adaptation of William Golding’s classic Lord of the Flies entered the charts with 2.5 million views. The four-episode series explores the terrifying breakdown of order among stranded schoolboys.

Why To Watch

Psychological survival storytelling
Modern adaptation of literary classic
Dark social commentary
Intense emotional tension

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