Yellowjackets season 3 finale hits 3 million viewers and becomes Showtime’s second most-streamed series

The Season 3 finale of Showtime’s “Yellowjackets” has reached 3 million viewers within seven days of its release, marking a new milestone for the series, according to a report by Variety. The viewership data includes both linear ratings from Showtime’s cable channel and streaming figures from Paramount+, showing significant audience growth.

Compared to the Season 2 finale, viewership increased by 19% overall and surged by 54% specifically through streaming. Paramount Global confirmed that the Season 3 finale was the most-streamed episode in the show’s history. The premiere episode of the season also set a record at the time, with a 58% increase in streaming viewership compared to the Season 2 premiere.

While Paramount did not release detailed weekly ratings throughout the season, the Season 3 premiere reportedly drew just over 2 million viewers during its opening weekend. In contrast, the finale’s 3 million total reflects viewership over a full week, emphasizing its sustained audience momentum.

This momentum has pushed Yellowjackets into elite territory, becoming the second most-streamed original in Showtime history, behind only “Dexter: Original Sin.” Overall, Paramount now considers Season 3 the most-watched in the series when factoring in seven-day viewership across all episodes.

Chris McCarthy, co-CEO of Paramount Global and President of Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios, praised the show, calling it “a fiercely original, genre-bending phenomenon.” He credited its success to creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson, as well as the show’s ensemble cast. The success of Yellowjackets exemplifies Paramount’s focus on high-impact originals over quantity.