Netflix hit dominated charts with 25.8 million views this week
2. Madea's Destination Wedding
With 16.5 million views this week, Madea's Destination Wedding secures the second spot on the streaming giant's most-watched list. In this film, Madea and family attend Tiffany's rushed destination wedding in the Bahamas. Tensions arise as Tiffany doubts her fiance, Zavier, and her mother acts strangely, raising suspicions about the marriage's legitimacy. If you're looking for a comedy, this could be a great choice.
3. Trainwreck: Balloon Boy
4. The Old Guard 2
5. Lost on a Mountain in Maine
With 4.6 million views this week, Lost on a Mountain in Maine takes the fifth spot on Netflix's global charts. In this movie, a fierce storm leaves a 12-year-old boy stranded during a family hike on Maine's highest peak, prompting a nine-day fight for survival in the wilderness. If you're looking for an adventure drama, consider giving this a watch.
6. Happy Gilmore
With 4 million views this week, Happy Gilmore claims the sixth spot on the streaming giant's global charts. In this 1996 film, a would-be hockey player takes his wicked slap shot and anger issues to the world of professional golf to win enough money to save his grandma's house. You're in for a good laugh with this movie! Be sure to give this a watch before Happy Gilmore 2 comes out on July 25.
7. Ride Along 2
8. A Madea Homecoming
9. Smile 2
10. The Boss Baby
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