Countdown App Climbs 26 Spots in US Entertainment Charts

Overview

As of July 27, 2026, the United States App Store continues to showcase dynamic shifts within the Entertainment apps category. This week's report highlights significant movements among top performers and climbers, revealing the competitive landscape of iOS apps in the free category.

Top Climbers

This week, the Top Free Apps chart has seen impressive gains from several applications. Notably, the Countdown App surged by 26 positions to reach #27, marking it as the biggest climber of the week. Other notable climbers include:

• DramaWave - Dramas & Reels: +7 positions to #15
• Fun Drama: +5 positions to #25
• PlutoTV: Stream Free Movies/TV: +4 positions to #28
• Hulu: Stream TV shows & movies: +3 positions to #26

New Entries

Interestingly, there are no new entries in the top chart this week. However, the lack of new contenders emphasizes the fierce competition among existing apps, as they strive to maintain or improve their rankings.

Top Performers

The top positions are still dominated by well-established applications. Netflix Game Controller remains at #1, followed closely by TikTok Pro - Events at #2. Other high-performing apps include:

• DramaBox - Stream Drama Shorts: #3
• Freecash - Get Paid Real Money: #4
• Paramount+: #5
• TikTok - Videos, Shop & LIVE: #6
• VibeShort: AI Comic Dramas: #7
• PineDrama - Short Dramas: #8
• StoryReel: Exclusive Drama: #9

Notable Drops

While some apps are climbing the ranks, others have seen notable declines. The Ticketmaster－Buy, Sell Tickets dropped from #5 to #10, a significant loss of 5 positions. Similarly, Topgolf fell from #18 to #23, experiencing a 5-position drop as well. These drops highlight the volatility of the App Store charts and the ongoing competition among entertainment apps.