The Beast In Me is currently consistently finding a spot in Netflix’s top 10 shows chart. The show created by Gabe Rotter saw its Netflix release on November 13 this year (2025). The show stars Claire Danes, Matthew Rhys, Brittany Snow, and Natalie Morales in prominent roles. The miniseries consists of 8 episodes.
During its first week, the psychological thriller gathered around 6.9 million views (via Tudum). The show reportedly had watch hours nearing in the region of 45.4 million (from November 10 to Nov 16). The Witcher Season 4, Absentia Season 1, Stranger Things Season 1, and Death By Lightning (Mini-series) landed in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th place, respectively.
The Beast In Me currently sits at an 83% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while the show’s IMDb rating reflects an average score of 7.5 (considering around 9.7k ratings). The viewers are liking the show’s concept, the cat-and-mouse game between the two main characters, and the thrilling edge-of-the-seat script is resulting in an addictive watch.
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The Witcher, Absentia & Stranger Things lagged behind The Beast In Me
The Witcher Season 4 garnered around 3.6 million views during the week surfacing from November 10 to November 16. Liam Hemsworth-starring show was followed by Absentia Season 1 (3.5 million views). Stranger Things Season 1 garnered 3.3 million views, and Death By Lightning picked up 3.2 million views.
What has worked in favor of The Beast In Me is the show’s fresh premise, top-notch acting performances, and simple yet unique execution of the screenplay. Additionally, a tight and unpredictable script helps the pacing of the show. It will be interesting to find out how long the psychological thriller will be able to sustain this moolah. The current buzz around the show is helping its cause.
The creators currently pitch the show as a mini-series, and there isn’t much info on whether a possible second season is in the pipeline or not. However, keeping in mind the success that the Gabe Rotter’s show is witnessing, a return for the second season or a spinoff can’t be ruled out.
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