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Netherlands media consumption shifts to streaming

Overview

Media consumption in the Netherlands is shifting from linear television toward streaming and video-on-demand services. Recent data indicates an 8% drop in linear TV viewing time compared to the previous year, with the decline most notable among highly educated viewers and those under age 65.

This trend is driven by the availability of platforms such as Netflix, Videoland, and social media. While some traditional programs like ‘Van onschatbare waarde’ have seen viewership improvements, streaming services continue to maintain high engagement through popular titles such as ‘Doing Life’ and ‘Love is Blind: Nederland’.

Entities

Netflix · Videoland · Max

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Netherlands linear television viewership declines amid streaming rise

    Linear TV viewership in the Netherlands has dropped by 8% compared to 2025, driven by the rise of streaming services like Netflix and social media, though some specific programs remain popular.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Netflix popularity rankings and content request options

    Netflix's top titles in the Netherlands include ‘Best of the Best (2026)’ and ‘De Eetclub (2026–)’. Users can request new content via a dedicated page, though availability depends on licensing.

Sources

filmvandaag.nl · iculture.nl · spreekbuis.nl