A new documentary film, What Jennifer Did, made a powerful debut on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Movies chart for the week of April 8-14. The film explores the investigation into a violent home invasion in 2010 involving Vietnamese immigrants in a quiet Canadian neighborhood. The documentary reveals shocking secrets about Jennifer Pan and her relationship with her ex-boyfriend’s family as investigators dig deeper into the case.
Despite only being available for a short time on Netflix, What Jennifer Did quickly rose to the top of the Global Top 10 chart, receiving 18 million views and 26.1 million viewing hours. The documentary also debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. Top 10 Movie chart, showcasing its popularity and impact on audiences around the world. The film’s compelling storytelling and mysterious murder case have captured the attention of viewers, leading to its impressive success on the streaming platform.
Another documentary, Scoop, which delves into the BBC’s 2019 interview with Prince Andrew regarding his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, also gained traction on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Movies chart. Following its debut at No. 6, Scoop climbed to the No. 3 position, garnering 8.5 million views and 14.6 million viewing hours. The film highlighted the controversial interview that ultimately led to Prince Andrew’s downfall and featured notable performances by Gillian Anderson and Rufus Sewell.
In addition to the documentaries, the animated feature Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp premiered at No. 2 on the Netflix Global Movie Chart for the week of April 8-14. With 11.8 million views and 19.6 million hours viewed, the film entertained audiences with its humorous and light-hearted storyline. The suspense thriller Glass, directed by M. Night Shyamalan, secured the No. 4 spot in its second week on the Global Top 10 movie chart, receiving 5.1 million views and 11 million hours viewed. The war drama Megan Leavy rounded out the Top 5 with 5 million views and 9.7 million hours viewed.
The success of What Jennifer Did and other films on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Movies chart demonstrates the diverse range of content available on the streaming platform, catering to a wide audience with varying interests. From compelling documentaries to animated features and thrilling suspense films, viewers have a plethora of choices to explore and enjoy. The popularity of these films highlights the impact of storytelling and filmmaking on audiences worldwide, showcasing the power of cinema to entertain, inform, and captivate viewers across different genres and themes. With the continued success of these films, Netflix continues to provide engaging content for audiences to stream and enjoy at their convenience.
