Netflix is setting the pace in German streaming in October 2026 with new films and series, while Amazon Prime Video offers a close counterweight with its autumn launches. The two platforms are locked in a battle for viewers' attention that extends well beyond the evenings of home cinema fans.
Disney+ is pushing back with its current lineup, helping spread usage more widely. On the German side, RTL+ holds its ground as a central provider for series and media libraries, while Joyn is firmly embedded in the daily routines of many users. WOW remains visible as a pay-streaming brand in market overviews, and the ARD-Mediathek and ZDFmediathek continue to be reliable destinations for series and films. Sky is defending its position in pay TV, even though streaming services are clearly shaping the debates. Finally, German Netflix originals are sparking fresh conversation about series launches with new formats.
Overall, the market is one in which international platforms dominate the headlines, while German providers are strengthening their position through media libraries and their own productions.
Today's Ranking
| # | Name | Score | 24h | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Netflix | 94 | -3.9% |
| 2 | A | Amazon Prime Video | 91.7 | -3.7% |
| 3 | D | Disney+ | 88.9 | -4.3% |
| 4 | J | Joyn | 88.4 | +12.5% |
| 5 | H | HBO Max | 86.6 | +0% |
| 6 | R | RTL | 84.2 | -7.2% |
| 7 | S | Sky/WOW | 83.5 | +0% |
| 8 | Z | ZDFmediathek | 82.9 | +19.8% |
| 9 | W | WOW | 81.9 | -5.4% |
| 10 | S | Sky | 80.8 | +0% |