Popularity comparison

Cruel Summer vs The Staircase

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 1, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Cruel Summer is the most popular at 1.7, followed by The Staircase at 1.6. The Staircase has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 1.5. The Staircase has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 34.4 during May 5 – Jun 3, 2022.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 31, 2026

Cruel Summer1.750% · #468 in TV

The Staircase1.650% · #470 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

Cruel Summer0.731% · #1,093 in TV

The Staircase1.569% · #580 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

Cruel Summer28.846% · #260 in TV · Apr 21 – May 20, 2021

The Staircase34.454% · #208 in TV · May 5 – Jun 3, 2022

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score