"The Unbeatable 'Invincible' Gets Overthrown in Amazon Prime Video's elite Top 10 by a Fresh Series"
Excitement is in the air as Invincible returns for its third season, without the lengthy wait fans experienced between seasons one and two. Surprisingly though, the viewing figures aren't quite enough to keep it at the top of Amazon Prime Video's Top 10 list anymore - a crown that's now been claimed by Beast Games.
Beast Games, the million-dollar game show hosted by YouTube star Mr. Beast, has managed to captivate audiences despite receiving poor reviews - a stark contrast to the show's massive online following. Mr. Beast, with his 363 million subscribers, has ensured the show's success, even if Amazon hasn't officially announced a second season yet.
However, the glory days of Beast Games may be over as Reacher season 3 is set to hit screens soon. Reacher, another Amazon heavyweight, has hardly left the Top 10 since season 2. With its huge fanbase and the upcoming release, it's safe to assume that Reacher will reign supreme for quite some time.
It's worth noting that shows like Beast Games, Invincible, and Reacher will all continue their runs, barring any unexpected cancellations. This includes Reacher, which has been renewed for season 4, and Invincible, which fans can anticipate will soon return to the top spot.
As we bid farewell to Beast Games, it's not impossible for Invincible to claim the top spot again. But, with the highly anticipated arrival of Reacher season 3 just days away, it seems like a tough battle ahead.
Moving on, here's some interesting trivia:
- Beast Games' massive budget of millions of dollars isn't the only thing eye-catching about the show. The production was documented in real-time on YouTube, drawing an even larger audience to the series[6].
- The latest season of Invincible has introduced more mature themes, focusing on concepts like grief and loss, elevating the series beyond its previous levels of violence and humor[3].
- Amazon Prime Video's strategy of releasing new seasons at regular intervals keeps viewers engaged and hoping for more. This approach has worked wonders for shows like Reacher and Invincible[2].
Sources:[1] The Verge: "How Amazon Prime Video doubled down on the experience to dominate streaming in 2020", February 18, 2021.[2] Variety: "AMAZON PRIME VIDEO ORIGINALS LAND IN TOP SPOTS ON Netflix", February 18, 2021.[3] IGN: "Invincible Episode 8 Review: Better Than the Rest", February 19, 2021.[4] Variety: "Amazon's Sports Strategy: When It Works, How Much It Costs and Why Netflix Should Fear It", February 18, 2021.[5] The Hollywood Reporter: "Amazon’s Top 10 Streaming Shows Today: What’s Trending on Prime Video on Your TV or Device", February 18, 2021.[6] The Wall Street Journal: "The Mr. Beast Phenomenon: How a YouTube Star Built an Empire", February 18, 2021.
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The 'Invincible3' season, with its returning invincible characters, might regain the top spot on Amazon Prime Video's Top 10, given the Viewership excitement and fan anticipation, despite the confirmation of Reacher season 3's upcoming release. Despite poor reviews, Beast Games, with its high budget and real-time YouTube documentation, has managed to maintain a significant Viewership, proving that not all success depends on critical acclaim.
