AceShowbiz - While the traditional box office often experiences a lull in January, streaming platforms are proving to be anything but quiet. Hulu’s gripping psychological drama, Tell Me Lies Season 3, has emphatically captured global attention, breaking significant streaming barriers within just its first week of release.

Starring Grace Van Patten and Jackson White, the highly anticipated third season of Tell Me Lies premiered on January 13th with a triple-episode drop, followed by its fourth installment on January 20th. The series, an adaptation of Carola Lovering’s 2018 novel, quickly became a focal point for social media discussions, hinting at the massive success to come.

The latest data confirms the show's virality translated into impressive viewership figures. A recent report reveals that the premiere of Tell Me Lies Season 3 generated a staggering five million views across Disney+ and Hulu globally within its initial seven days. This milestone marks a significant 150% increase compared to the Season 1 premiere, underscoring the drama's remarkable growth trajectory.

Notably, this marks the first time Disney has publicly released specific viewership statistics for the series, underscoring the company’s confidence in Tell Me Lies’ performance. Beyond raw viewership, social media engagement has also seen an exponential surge; social conversation was 220% higher than after the Season 2 debut, and total engagement on official Tell Me Lies handles skyrocketed by an astounding 580%.

This monumental audience engagement is complemented by strong critical reception. Collider's Isabella Soares awarded the third season an 8/10, noting, "For those wondering if Tell Me Lies has still maintained its gripping narrative while also raising the bar on messiness, the answer is yes." She praised its ability to "examine toxic relationships under a microscope [and] tackle mental health." For newcomers, Tell Me Lies chronicles the intense, addictive entanglement of Lucy Albright and Stephen DeMarco, a tumultuous relationship that irrevocably alters their lives and those around them over eight years.

As one of the most talked-about and watched shows currently streaming, the third season of Tell Me Lies is clearly a must-watch. Its blend of compelling drama, critical acclaim, and undeniable audience appeal solidifies its status as a major streaming hit.