If you're like me, finding the next show or movie to watch can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. I rely on Netflix and Prime Video's Top 10 lists almost daily. So it is a welcome addition that Disney Plus has finally added a Top 10 list, and frankly, it has been long overdue.

Nearly five years after Netflix first rolled out its Top 10 list to its global subscribers, Disney Plus is joining the trend with its own version: launched on Wednesday, October 30, “Today's Top 10,” the most popular films each day. Its goal, similar to Netflix, is to “increase engagement” by spotlighting trending films.

However, Disney's approach has some unique twists. The Disney Plus Top 10 is not a simple most-watched list. Rather, it combines several factors, ranging from episode- and movie-level viewership to the trending popularity of recently released titles. Interestingly, Disney Plus will tailor the Top 10 list to each subscriber. The titles displayed will vary based on content rating preferences, subscription plan, and region, and those who subscribe to the Disney/Hulu bundle will see options for both services.

I think Disney Plus adding a top 10 list is a smart move for the streaming service. As someone who gets overwhelmed by the sheer number of movies and shows, having a ready-to-go list makes it easier to find something worth watching without having to scroll endlessly. Now that Disney Plus has finally released its own Top 10 list, viewers can easily check out the platform's most popular movies and shows each day. This feature takes the guesswork out of deciding what to watch next. From nostalgic films to the latest hit shows, here's what Disney Plus viewers in the U.S. are loving right now (as of Thursday, October 31).

Disney Plus' decision to add the Top 10 list to its home screen is not surprising given how much this streamer has grown over the past few years. since early 2023, Disney Plus has shown remarkable growth, adding about 7 million subscribers. This increase is particularly impressive after consecutive quarters of declining subscriber numbers, and Disney's international expansion and the success of its original programming have contributed to this upward trend. [By October, Disney Plus had reached approximately 150 million subscribers worldwide. This new Top 10 feature is more than just a strategy based on convenience and statistics. This new Top 10 feature is more than just a strategy based on convenience and statistics, since these lists have become a staple of most people's streaming habits (including mine). This feature will help us cut through the endless noise and get to something exciting and fresh.