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Adding to this, even older shows such as Gunsmoke, which originated as a radio drama in 1952 before becoming a television icon, continue to attract viewers. This persistent interest in longstanding franchises demonstrates how nostalgia plays an outsized role in today's streaming environment. Viewers seem more inclined to revisit familiar, well-loved series rather than explore the new content offered.
The Hidden Struggle of New Original Content
Despite the vast budgets and high-profile productions that companies like Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar have poured into original series, many of these new shows fail to crack the top 20. Notably, Marvel’s Daredevil: Born Again, despite its high anticipation, did not even make it onto the Nielsen charts' top tier.