Hulu users have propelled the 2004 comedy White Chicks to the top of the platform’s charts this month , even as the latest installment of the franchise dominates theaters. Data from FlixPatrol shows the film sitting at #11 overall on Hulu, beating recent releases such as Send Help and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.

FlixPatrol data places White Chicks at #11 on Hulu’s overall chart

According to FlixPatrol, the Wayans brothers’ film secured the 11th spot on Hulu’s comprehensive rankings, a notable achievement for a title over a decade old. The metric reflects total viewership across the platform , not just genre‑specific lists, indicating broad appeal beyond niche nostalgia.

Streaming success contrasts with a 15% Tomatometer rating

While the film holds a low 15% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, audience sentiment is markedly higher, with a 55% Popcornmeter rating that signals fan enthusiasm.. This split mirrors a growing pattern where movies dismissed by critics find new life on streaming services, where casual viewers prioritize humor and familiarity over critical acclaim.

Wayans brothers’ brand outpaces newer comedy releases on Hulu

Data shows White Chicks outranking recent comedies like Send Help, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, and Keeper on Hulu’s comedy charts. The sustained interest underscores the lasting draw of Shawn and Marlon Wayans’ slap‑stick style, which continues to resonate with audiences seeking light‑hearted escapism.

What the Hulu surge reveals about 2000s nostalgia

The film’s resurgence suggests a broader appetite for early‑2000s comedies, a decade now ripe for nostalgic streaming. As households curate watchliss that blend new releases with familiar titles, platforms like Hulu benefit from the “comfort viewing” trend that keeps older hits in rotation.

Who will the next Wayans title challenge on streaming?

One unanswered question is whether upcoming Wayans projects, such as the upcoming White Chicks sequel rumored to be in development, will replicate this streaming bounce. The current data does not include viewership for the yet‑unreleased sequel, leaving analysts to speculate on its potential impact.