Netflix's 'The Night Agent' Season 3 Tops 2026 Streaming Charts With 1.2 Billion Minutes Viewed, Joining Taylor Sheridan's 'Lioness' as a Military Thriller Hit

A new military thriller series has emerged as one of the most streamed TV shows of 2026, rivaling Taylor Sheridan's 'Lioness' on Paramount+. The seven-part series, starring Gabriel Basso as FBI agent Peter Sutherland, has quickly become a breakout hit for Netflix, amassing 1.2 billion minutes viewed in its first week. This places it alongside 'Lioness', which features Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, as a dominant force in the military thriller genre. The show's success underscores the growing appetite for high-stakes, action-driven narratives that blend espionage with personal drama. Its strong performance highlights Netflix's strategy of investing in serialized thrillers that keep viewers engaged across multiple episodes. As streaming competition intensifies, the show's ability to draw massive audiences signals a shift toward character-driven suspense that resonates globally. With both series commanding attention, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for military thrillers on streaming platforms.