TVNZ+ Streaming Overview
TVNZ has announced the most popular shows on its streaming platform this year, highlighting viewer favorites such as the 6pm news, Demi Moore’s *The Substance*, and the beloved children’s show *Bluey*.
Top Streaming Show
The crown for the most-streamed show on TVNZ+ goes to the flagship 1News at Six, which has attracted an impressive 698,000 logged-in viewers this year.
Most Watched Shows
Taking the second place is *The Substance*, followed by *The Rookie*, *Rogue Heroes*, and *Bluey*, rounding out the top five.
Overall Engagement Statistics
Overall, TVNZ+ has engaged 2.17 million viewers, who have collectively spent an astonishing 205 million minutes consuming content each week.
Viewership Highlights
Demi Moore’s notable performance in *The Substance* has also gained significant traction, reaching approximately 251,300 viewers.
Other Popular Offerings
Premium dramas like *Rogue Heroes* and *The Day of the Jackal* have also garnered a loyal following. Highly rated international titles such as *Protection*, *Bergerac*, and *Lockerbie: A Search for Truth* appear frequently on the Top 20 list.
Leading Local Content
For local content, shows like NZ Cricket, *Shortland Street*, *Hyundai Country Calendar*, and *Off the Grid with Colin and Manu* have shown to perform exceptionally well.
TVNZ+ Sports Viewing
Cricket matches featuring the BlackCaps and White Ferns have made a notable impact, drawing 402,800 viewers to the TVNZ+ Sports Hub.
Children’s Programming Success
In the realm of children’s entertainment, *Bluey* has emerged as the most-watched show with a staggering 21.4 million streams this year.
Company’s Perspective
Brent McAnulty, interim chief news & content officer at TVNZ, shared his excitement regarding the platform’s achievements.
“I couldn’t be prouder of the incredible content we’re delivering to Kiwi audiences on TVNZ+. From local shows to captivating international series and movies, we are thrilled…”
He emphasized the diverse range of content available and how it resonates with audiences, reinforcing the strong engagement we’ve seen across different programming.

The Top 20
- 1News at Six
- The Substance
- The Rookie
- Rogue Heroes
- Bluey
- NZ Cricket
- The Day of the Jackal
- Bergerac
- Protection
- Code of Silence
- *Shortland Street
- Travel Guides
- Love Island: All Stars
- *Hyundai Country Calendar
- The Hardacres
- Off the Grid with Colin and Manu
- The Crow Girl
- Lockerbie: A Search for Truth
- Love Island UK
- Dope Girls
*Made with the Support of NZ On Air
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