🔥 What America Watched in July: JustWatch’s Top Streaming Titles Revealed

JustWatch has just released its latest streaming charts for July 2025, giving us a clear snapshot of what audiences across the U.S. have been bingeing this summer. The data tracks the most streamed TV shows and movies from July 1 to July 31, revealing both breakout hits and enduring classics dominating the screen.

📺 Top 10 TV Shows in July (U.S.)

At the top of the TV charts is “The Bear” on Hulu, the Emmy-winning kitchen dramedy that continues to sizzle thanks to its intense character drama and culinary chaos. Hot on its heels is Netflix’s “Dept. Q”, a Danish crime thriller that has gained serious traction stateside.

Meanwhile, “South Park” proves its longevity by grabbing third place, available across a wide array of platforms, including Paramount+ and Apple TV. Also trending: “UNTAMED” (Netflix), “Murderbot” (Apple TV+), and fan-favorite “Squid Game” surging once again.

📊 July TV Highlights:

• 🥇 The Bear (Hulu/Disney+)
• 🥈 Dept. Q (Netflix)
• 🥉 South Park (Paramount+, Apple TV+, +6 others)
• 🎭 Murderbot – A cerebral and brooding sci-fi hit
• 🕵️ The Institute – A multi-platform mystery gaining attention

🎬 Top 10 Movies in July (U.S.)

On the movie side, “Sinners” claimed the top spot, with viewers flocking to HBO Max to catch the provocative crime drama. Following close behind was the espionage action-thriller “The Amateur” (Hulu), while Danny Boyle’s post-apocalyptic masterpiece “28 Days Later” surged back into popularity—possibly due to buzz surrounding sequels and genre interest.

Legacy titles like “Jaws” (Netflix, Peacock) also cracked the top 10, proving summer nostalgia is real.

🎥 July Movie Highlights:

• 🥇 Sinners (HBO Max)
• 🥈 The Amateur (Hulu)
• 🧟 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later both climbed the ranks
• 🦈 Jaws resurfaced in time for beach season
• 🤯 The Substance (MUBI) appeals to fans of cerebral sci-fi

🔮 Streaming Trends & What’s Coming in August

Thrillers, survival dramas, and grounded science fiction are gaining major ground. Viewers are leaning toward intelligent narratives with high emotional stakes, reflected in choices like “Drop”, “Murderbot”, and “The Institute.”

Looking ahead, August will bring hotly anticipated returns and premieres, including:

• Eyes of Wakanda (Disney+)
• Peacemaker Season 4 (Max)
• Wednesday Season 2 (Netflix)

Check out the JustWatch Release Calendar for more new drops!

🧠 Final Thoughts

The July 2025 streaming data shows American audiences are embracing intense storytelling—whether it’s in a gourmet kitchen, a dystopian wasteland, or the jaws of a shark-infested summer classic. With new hits arriving and old legends rising again, this summer’s lineup has something for every kind of viewer.

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Check out JustWatch’s U.S. streaming charts for July 2025. Discover the most-watched TV shows and movies, including The Bear, Sinners, 28 Days Later, and Squid Game, plus a sneak peek at upcoming releases for August.