The Gentlemen Has Remained on Nielsen Chart
The Netflix series drew over 544 million minutes viewed during the week of September 14.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Television
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The Gentlemen ranked seventh on the Nielsen original series chart for the week of September 14-20, 2026. The series reached this position after the release of its second season earlier in the month.
Why it matters
The show's continued popularity on streaming charts follows the release of its second season in September 2026. The series has already secured a renewal for a third season, which was confirmed by Netflix in August 2026.
The Gentlemen logged 544 million minutes viewed for the week of September 14-20, earning the seventh spot on the Nielsen Original Top 10 chart. Critics and audiences have responded favorably to the season, awarding it an 86% critic score and 87% audience score.
The players
Netflix
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The details
The series follows a British Army officer who inherits a marijuana empire and has become a consistent performer for Netflix. The show has maintained its momentum following its second season release on September 3, 2026.
Timeline
August 2026: Netflix renewed The Gentlemen for a third season.
September 3, 2026: The second season of the series was released.
September 7-13, 2026: The show reached #5 on the Nielsen overall charts.
September 14-20, 2026: The series ranked #7 on the Nielsen original chart.
Industry Dynamics
Streaming platforms increasingly rely on multi-season renewals to solidify their library value as viewership data is measured against the Nielsen Original Top 10 chart. This approach helps studios maintain subscriber engagement while navigating the highly competitive landscape of original programming.
The series remains available for streaming on Netflix, allowing subscribers to watch both released seasons at their convenience. With a third season already confirmed, viewers can expect the continuation of the show's narrative in future installments.
The takeaway
The sustained viewership of the series illustrates how successful second-season releases can drive long-term engagement on streaming platforms. Fans of the show can look forward to upcoming production updates following the recent renewal announcement.
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