Taylor Sheridan’s newest Western drama is now the most popular show on Paramount+ globally. Its popularity surged after the surprising Season 1 finale, which aired on March 21st.
According to data from FlixPatrol, as of March 22nd, The Madison is the most popular show on Paramount+ in 21 countries, including the US and Canada. Globally, it’s also performing very well, earning 261 points and surpassing South Park. The show released its first season in two parts, with three episodes at a time, and the latest episodes have left viewers impressed by the many surprising plot twists.
The Madison’s Season 1 Ending Was Full of Twists & Turns
The Madison
Even after losing characters played by Kurt Russell and Matthew Fox early on, The Madison continues to draw viewers with its impressive cast. The rest of the Clyburn family features Beau Garrett as Abigail Reese and Elle Chapman as Paige McIntosh, playing the couple’s daughters.
Recent episodes of the show took an unexpected twist when it appeared Stacy had tragically taken her own life. However, it was later revealed she actually moved to Montana, leaving New York behind.
The story has a lot of potential for future development, and fortunately, fans won’t have to wait long to see what happens next. Paramount clearly recognized the plot’s appeal and anticipated strong demand for more, as evidenced by their plans back in August 2025, before the series even launched.
The Madison’s Global Success Comes as Critics Remain Divided
With the first season of ‘The Madison’ now available on Paramount+, the show is gaining traction as more people discover it. Although Taylor Sheridan’s fans are really enjoying the new Western, professional critics have had a more varied response.
The first season of the show received mixed reviews from critics, earning a 59% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on over 40 reviews. However, viewers seem to enjoy it more, giving it a 75% approval rating from over 100 user reviews.
The popularity of The Madison highlights Taylor Sheridan’s continued success in television. Currently, he has several other shows ranking high on Paramount+’s global charts, including Yellowstone at number 4, at number 5, Tulsa King at number 7, and Landman at number 8.
The Madison is now streaming globally on Paramount+.
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2026-03-22 20:16