Netflix generously unveiled a treasure trove of data this Tuesday, allowing us to peek inside its mysterious black box of information. The streaming giant graciously shared viewing figures for nearly 2,000 titles from its vast library, shedding light on the preferences of its subscribers.

Unlike previous disclosures that focused on “views,” Netflix’s latest data covers the first half of 2023 and is measured in “hours viewed.” This departure from the norm levels the playing field for longer series, favoring dramas over shorter content. Nevertheless, it provides a rare and fascinating insight into the viewing habits of Netflix subscribers.

As expected, U.S. films and series dominate the list, with the political conspiracy thriller “The Night Agent” leading the pack with a staggering 812 million hours viewed. The swift renewal of the series by Netflix comes as no surprise given its impressive performance.

The British contingent, although a bit light on new originals in the first half of 2023, made a notable presence. Titles such as “Sex Education,” “Beckham,” “Squid Game: The Challenge,” and the ever-popular “The Crown” were held back for recent months. “Luther: The Fallen Sun” took the lead among the Brits, boasting 209 million hours viewed, securing a commendable top-20 global ranking.

The success of “Luther: The Fallen Sun” aligns with Barb viewing data from the UK, revealing that the Idris Elba drama had an impressive 3 million viewers after its March premiere. Meanwhile, the sixth season of “Black Mirror,” with just two weeks on the platform, accrued an impressive 139 million hours viewed, hinting at its potential to surpass “Luther” in Netflix’s next disclosure.

Even canceled after just one season, Joe Cornish’s supernatural detective series “Lockwood & Co” earned a spot in the top 10 British shows, showcasing Netflix’s evolving approach to renewal decisions. The widely-admired “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” and the gripping mini-series “MH370: The Plane That Disappeared” by UK producer Raw demonstrated that Netflix’s success extends beyond fiction, rivaling popular documentaries like “The Tinder Swindler.”

The timeless “Peppa Pig” continues to captivate families globally, while “The Crown” demonstrated a long viewing tail with its fifth season amassing 76 million hours viewed, despite premiering on November 9, 2022.

It’s important to note that reporting data in hours viewed doesn’t reveal how many accounts completed a title or engaged with it beyond the first episode. This nuance is crucial for streamers, including Netflix, to gauge the true success of their content. Nevertheless, this unprecedented data release from Netflix provides a fascinating glimpse into the streaming habits of millions around the world.