In March 2025, Netflix features several popular productions, with *Le Guépard* rapidly climbing the viewing charts and *Redisent Alien* leading the pack. The animated film *Migration* tops the film category, while the international hit *Contre-Attaque* has drawn over 18.6 million views since its February release. This Mexican thriller follows five friends caught in a cartel ambush, leveraging their military skills to survive. The growing popularity of Mexican content on the platform is evident, with other notable series also making waves.
Netflix’s Trending Productions in March 2025
As we step into March 2025, Netflix is buzzing with several standout productions. Notably, the series *Le Guépard*, featuring Deva Cassel, has swiftly ascended into the Top 10 most watched within a mere 24 hours. Currently leading the pack is *Redisent Alien*, followed closely by the gripping series *Juste un regard*, which continues to captivate audiences since its debut. The comedy *La Meneuse* holds the fourth spot, with the steamy series *Medusa* taking fifth place. Once a frontrunner, *Zéro Day*, starring Robert De Niro, now ranks fifth.
Top Films and the Global Sensation, *Contre-Attaque*
On the film front, the animated feature *Migration*, launched in 2023, has soared to the top of the charts. The list also includes two comedies: *The Back-up Plan* and *Tout nous sourit*, alongside several thrillers like *Sniper Legacy* and *Demon City Oni Goroshi*. However, the standout production this week is undoubtedly *Contre-Attaque*, a thriller that has captured the attention of viewers around the globe, making it the most-watched film internationally.
So, what is *Contre-Attaque* about that has garnered over 18.6 million views worldwide since its release on February 28? As of March 7, 2025, it ranks third among the most viewed films in France but has shattered records globally. Between February 24 and March 2, it claimed the title of the most-watched production, surpassing *Zéro Day*, *Venom: The Last Dance*, and *American Murder: Gabby Petito*.
This Mexican action thriller follows five friends who find themselves ensnared in a deadly ambush orchestrated by a ruthless Mexican drug cartel. Unbeknownst to the cartel, these friends are seasoned soldiers, temporarily disguised as civilians. To escape their dire predicament, they must rely on their wits and unity, although lurking betrayals may complicate their escape.
Notably, *Contre-Attaque* isn’t the first Mexican production to make waves on Netflix. In 2021, *Qui a tué Sara?* emerged as a fan favorite, remaining one of the Top 10 most viewed series since the streaming platform’s inception. The story revolves around Álex, who, after being wrongfully imprisoned for 18 years, seeks vengeance on those who falsely accused him while unraveling the mystery behind Sara’s murder. So far, it boasts three thrilling seasons.
Other successful Mexican series include *Accidente*, which tells the poignant tale of a tragic accident impacting several families, and *Les veuves du jeudi*, released in 2023, which also resonated with audiences. The demand for Mexican thrillers is evidently on the rise!