The Most-Watched Show on Hulu This Week Is a Beloved Celebrity Competition

Streaming audiences on Hulu have been captivated by a diverse array of programming this week, featuring everything from network reality competitions and daytime television staples to gripping true crime investigations and scripted dramas.

Viewers engaged with both classic, multi-decade broadcast institutions and fresh series that delve into music history, murder mysteries, and unscripted social dynamics. Below is a list of the top ten television series that attracted the largest viewership on the platform over the past week.

‘Welcome to the Family: The Murder of Dan Markel’ (2026)

‘Welcome to the Family: The Murder of Dan Markel’ is a true crime documentary series that investigates the 2014 murder of a prominent law professor at Florida State University in Tallahassee. The series reveals a complex murder-for-hire conspiracy tied to a bitter child custody battle involving a wealthy family. With unprecedented access to key figures and law enforcement, the docuseries features interviews with individuals who have never spoken on camera before. It delves into the intricate legal battles, connections to dental practices, and the eleven years of detective work that led to justice.

‘Kitchen Nightmares’ (2007– )

‘Kitchen Nightmares’ is an unscripted reality series featuring British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay as he attempts to revive struggling restaurants. Each episode sees Ramsay spend a week assessing kitchen standards, tasting the menu, and identifying managerial flaws. The show focuses on resolving staff conflicts, optimizing food preparation, and executing complete renovations to restore profitability. After its original run ended in 2014, the series made a comeback in 2023, highlighting contemporary challenges in the restaurant industry.

‘Nation’s Dumbest’ (2026)

‘Nation’s Dumbest’ is an unscripted celebrity competition series hosted by British comedian Jack Whitehall. This unique format flips traditional game show conventions by challenging famous contestants to avoid finishing last. Participants tackle a series of academic-themed challenges reminiscent of school experiences, including pop quizzes and parent-teacher conferences. Each episode features humorous penalties and comedic stakes as players strive to maintain their academic standing and evade ultimate embarrassment.

’20/20′ (1978– )

’20/20′ is a long-standing primetime television newsmagazine produced by ABC News, which first aired in 1978. The program specializes in thorough investigative reporting, true crime stories, high-profile interviews, and in-depth character profiles. Over its extensive history, the series has garnered numerous accolades for its coverage of significant legal cases and cultural issues. The modern format typically features two-hour documentary-style episodes led by ABC News correspondents and anchors.

‘MasterChef’ (2010– )

‘MasterChef’ is a competitive culinary series based on the British franchise of the same name. The show gathers home cooks and amateur culinary enthusiasts from across the nation to compete in demanding food preparation challenges. Contestants must impress a rotating panel of esteemed culinary judges, including Gordon Ramsay, Aarón Sánchez, and Joe Bastianich. Participants face elimination rounds, mystery box challenges, and high-pressure team tests in pursuit of a grand cash prize and the coveted championship title.

‘R.J. Decker’ (2026)

‘R.J. Decker’ is a crime comedy-drama series that follows a former convict photographer who embarks on a private investigative career in South Florida. The lead character solves quirky local cases with the help of his investigative journalist ex-partner and her police officer wife. Scott Speedman stars alongside a talented ensemble cast, including Jaina Lee Ortiz, Kevin Rankin, and Adelaide Clemens. The overarching narrative also explores Decker’s encounters with a mysterious figure from his past, whose presence threatens to disrupt his operations.

‘General Hospital’ (1963– )

‘General Hospital’ is an American daytime soap opera that debuted on ABC in April 1963. Set in the fictional town of Port Charles, New York, the long-running narrative revolves around the medical staff, prominent families, and local mobsters connected to the hospital. It holds the title of the longest-running American soap opera still producing new episodes. Over its six-decade run, the daytime drama has received numerous Daytime Emmy Awards for exceptional writing, directing, and acting.

‘The Drop: A Snowfall Saga’ (2026)

‘The Drop: A Snowfall Saga’ is a crime drama series set in 1990s Los Angeles, expanding the universe established in ‘Snowfall’. The story follows returning characters Wanda and Leon as they strive to bring West Coast hip-hop into the mainstream. Their ambitions collide with rising gang conflicts and corporate record label executives eager to exploit the cultural movement. The ensemble cast features Gail Bean, Isaiah John, Asante Blackk, and Peyton Alex Smith, under the direction of executive producer Malcolm Spellman.

‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ (2024– )

‘The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ is an unscripted reality series that premiered on Hulu in September 2024. The docuseries focuses on a group of Utah-based social media influencers known as the “MomTok” community. The episodes explore the personal fallout, marital strain, and friendship dynamics that emerged following a publicized swinging controversy within the group. The show examines how the cast navigates modern influencer culture, religious expectations, and public scrutiny.

‘Dancing with the Stars’ (2005– )

‘Dancing with the Stars’ is a dance competition series adapted from the British format ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. The show pairs notable figures from sports, music, and entertainment with professional ballroom dancers. Each week, couples perform choreographed ballroom and Latin routines that are scored by judges and voted on by viewers. The couple that accumulates the highest combination of judges’ scores and audience votes throughout the season wins the Mirrorball Trophy.

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