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Olympic opener TV audience huge

 

Published 8/10/2008 by By Jonathan Landreth at Hollywood Reporter

BEIJING - The size of the television audience for the live broadcast of the Beijing Olympics opening ceremony reflected a wide spread of viewer interest around the world, from a record-breaking market share in China to near-ambivalence in Germany.

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Fox's 'House' down in ratings

 

Published 4/29/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Fox's "House" returned Monday night to a new time period and a solid rating.

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ABC on top with Thursday dramas

 

Published 4/25/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Led by the return of "Grey's Anatomy," ABC's full drama lineup resumed its Thursday run and ruled the opening of May sweeps despite some distressing viewership drops for the network and its competitors.

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ABC on top with Thursday dramas

 

Published 4/25/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Led by the return of "Grey's Anatomy," ABC's full drama lineup resumed its Thursday run and ruled the opening of May sweeps despite some distressing viewership drops.

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Primary coverage gives CNN the win

 

Published 4/24/2008 by By Paul J. Gough at Hollywood Reporter

The Pennsylvania primary gave CNN a big win among the cable news channels on Tuesday night.

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Fox comedies have last laugh

 

Published 4/24/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

The second week back in originals for Fox comedies " 'Til Death" and "Back to You" enjoyed ratings boosts Wednesday night and collectively edged out a victory for Fox in the 8 p.m. hour.

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Primary coverage gives CNN the win

 

Published 4/24/2008 by By Paul J. Gough at Hollywood Reporter

The Pennsylvania primary gave CNN a big win among the cable news channels on Tuesday night.

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Fox comedies have last laugh

 

Published 4/24/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

The second week back in originals for Fox comedies " 'Til Death" and "Back to You" enjoyed ratings boosts Wednesday night and collectively edged out a victory for Fox in the 8 p.m. hour.

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'Dancing' gives ABC big boost

 

Published 4/23/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

ABC's "Dancing With the Stars" results show matched its season high Tuesday night and gave the network its best performance in the 9 p.m. time period in five months.

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'Dancing' gives ABC big boost

 

Published 4/23/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

ABC's "Dancing With the Stars" results show matched its season high Tuesday night and gave the network its best performance in the 9 p.m. time period in five months.

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Low ratings for Bush visit on 'No Deal'

 

Published 4/22/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

President Bush's guest appearance in support of an Iraq War veteran on Monday night's "Deal or No Deal" didn't bring much luck to the contestant -- or the show.

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The news is bleak at CBS

 

Published 4/22/2008 by By Paul J. Gough at Hollywood Reporter

"CBS Evening News With Katie Couric" averaged 5.4 million viewers, according to data released Tuesday by Nielsen Media Research. That was the lowest number recorded since Nielsen switched to people meters in 1987.

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'Idol' slips; Fox doesn't miss a beat

 

Published 4/22/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Despite "American Idol" taking some well-publicized ratings hits, Fox won its 15th consecutive week in the Nielsens and actually managed to exceed last year's performance. "Idol" is most definitely down, with Tuesday's edition hitting a five-year-low.

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Low ratings for Bush visit on 'No Deal'

 

Published 4/22/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

President Bush's appearance in support of Iraq War veteran on Monday night's "Deal or No Deal" didn't bring much luck to the contestant -- or the show.

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The news is bleak at CBS

 

Published 4/22/2008 by By Paul J. Gough at Hollywood Reporter

"CBS Evening News With Katie Couric" averaged 5.3 million viewers, according to data released Tuesday by Nielsen Media Research. That was the lowest number recorded since Nielsen switched to people meters in 1987.

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'Idol' slips; Fox doesn't miss a beat

 

Published 4/22/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Despite "American Idol" taking some well-publicized ratings hits, Fox won its 15th consecutive week in the Nielsens and actually managed to exceed last year's performance. "Idol" is most definitely down, with Tuesday's edition hitting a five-year-low.

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'Oprah's Big Give' finale pays off

 

Published 4/21/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

The season finale of ABC's "Oprah's Big Give" won its time period and concluded on a solid note. ABC won the night with the top three shows, yet had some disappointing numbers by comparison to earlier this year.

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'Oprah's Big Give' finale pays off

 

Published 4/21/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

The season finale of ABC's "Oprah's Big Give" won its time period and concluded on a solid note. ABC won the night with the top three shows, yet had some disappointing numbers by comparison to earlier this year.

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'The Office' scores another high rating

 

Published 4/18/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

NBC's "The Office" topped the Thursday night ratings as the comedy's heavy-hitter competitors aired repeats.

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'The Office' scores another high rating

 

Published 4/18/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

NBC's "The Office" topped the Thursday night ratings as the comedy's heavy-hitter competitors aired repeats.

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Pa. debate most-watched to date

 

Published 4/17/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

ABC's broadcast of the Democratic presidential debate was the most-watched of the 2008 presidential campaign.

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'Deion' sets records for Oxygen

 

Published 4/17/2008 by Staff report at Hollywood Reporter

Oxygen's "Deion & Pilar: Prime Time Love" set network records in its premiere Tuesday, becoming the channel's most-watched original series premiere ever among total viewers (579,000) and the key demos of women 18-34 (250,000), adults 18-49 ...

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Pa. debate most-watched to date

 

Published 4/17/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

ABC's broadcast of the Democratic presidential debate was the most-watched of the 2008 presidential campaign.

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'Deion' sets records for Oxygen

 

Published 4/17/2008 by Staff report at Hollywood Reporter

Oxygen's "Deion & Pilar: Prime Time Love" set network records in its premiere Tuesday, becoming the channel's most-watched original series premiere ever among total viewers (579,000) and the key demos of women 18-34 (250,000), adults 18-49 (438,000) ...

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Tuesday ratings hit highs and lows

 

Published 4/16/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Who won Tuesday night in the Nielsens is a matter of perspective. Fox's "American Idol" won, because it was the highest rated (23 million viewers, 8.6 rating among adults 18-49 and a 23 share).

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Tuesday ratings hit highs and lows

 

Published 4/16/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Who won Tuesday night in the Nielsens is a matter of perspective. Fox's "American Idol" won, because it was the highest rated (23 million viewers, 8.6 rating among adults 18-49 and a 23 share).

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CBS wins Monday with comedy block

 

Published 4/15/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

CBS won Monday night despite its overall average dipping this week. The network's comedies have settled somewhat since their return a few weeks ago, but continue to be competitive in their time periods.

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'Star Wars' a force for Spike

 

Published 4/15/2008 by By Kimberly Nordyke at Hollywood Reporter

Following last weekend's strong numbers for the three "Star Wars" prequels, Spike scored again with Episodes 4-6 of the saga. Overall, the premieres of the six movies averaged 3.4 million viewers, with a 62% male audience.

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'Idol' special isn't special, but Fox wins

 

Published 4/15/2008 by By Nellie Andreeva at Hollywood Reporter

Three nights of "American Idol" secured another top finish for Fox in a week that marked the return to originals of NBC's Thursday night lineup and ABC's "Desperate Housewives."

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CBS wins Monday with comedy block

 

Published 4/15/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

CBS won Monday night despite its overall average dipping this week. The network's comedies have settled somewhat since their return a few weeks ago, but continue to be competitive in their time periods.

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'Star Wars' a force for Spike

 

Published 4/15/2008 by By Kimberly Nordyke at Hollywood Reporter

Following last weekend's strong numbers for the three "Star Wars" prequels, Spike scored again with Episodes 4-6 of the saga. Overall, the premieres of the six movies averaged 3.4 million viewers, with a 62% male audience.

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'Idol' special isn't special, but Fox wins

 

Published 4/15/2008 by By Nellie Andreeva at Hollywood Reporter

Three nights of "American Idol" secured another top finish for Fox in a week that marked the return to originals of NBC's Thursday night lineup and ABC's "Desperate Housewives."

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Craig Ferguson tops 'Late Night' ratings

 

Published 4/11/2008 by Reuters at Hollywood Reporter

It may not be enough to make NBC reconsider putting Jay Leno out to late-night pasture next year, but his designated successor, Conan O'Brien, just suffered a notable ratings defeat at the hands of his own CBS rival, Craig Ferguson.

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New 'Office' supplies season high

 

Published 4/11/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

NBC returned to an all-original lineup Thursday night, highlighted by the much-anticipated resumption of "The Office."

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Craig Ferguson tops 'Late Night' ratings

 

Published 4/11/2008 by Reuters at Hollywood Reporter

It may not be enough to make NBC reconsider putting Jay Leno out to late-night pasture next year, but his designated successor, Conan O'Brien, just suffered a notable ratings defeat at the hands of his own CBS rival, Craig Ferguson.

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New 'Office' supplies season high

 

Published 4/11/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

NBC returned to an all-original lineup Thursday night, highlighted by the much-anticipated resumption of "The Office."

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Fox's 'Idol Gives Back' drops in ratings

 

Published 4/10/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Fox's "American Idol" charity fest "Idol Gives Back," featuring Mariah Carey, Carrie Underwood, Rihanna and Fergie, dropped significantly from its debut last year.

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Fox's 'Idol Gives Back' drops in ratings

 

Published 4/10/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Fox's "American Idol" charity fest "Idol Gives Back," featuring Mariah Carey, Carrie Underwood, Rihanna and Fergie, dropped significantly from its debut last year.

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'American Idol' gives Fox Tuesday win

 

Published 4/9/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Reality shows jockeyed for position Tuesday night, including the debut of CBS' "Secret Talents of the Stars" and the second week of Fox's "Hell's Kitchen."

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'American Idol' gives Fox Tuesday win

 

Published 4/9/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Reality shows jockeyed for position Tuesday night, including the debut of CBS' "Secret Talents of the Stars" and the second week of Fox's "Hell's Kitchen."

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CBS dominates Monday with NCAA

 

Published 4/8/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

CBS' broadcast of the NCAA men's basketball tournament title game was on par with last year and dominated Monday's primetime ratings.

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CBS gaining on Fox

 

Published 4/8/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Despite a healthy debut for "Hell's Kitchen," Fox's average dipped slightly for the week ending April 4, partly due to a decline in Wednesday's "American Idol." Meanwhile, CBS increased its average, sporting six of the week's top 10 programs thanks to ...

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'Star Wars,' 'Battlestar' lead cable ratings

 

Published 4/8/2008 by By Kimberly Nordyke at Hollywood Reporter

It was quite a weekend for sci-fi fans as Spike TV aired three movies in the "Star Wars" saga and "Battlestar Galactica" returned with a new episode on Sci Fi Channel.

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CBS dominates Monday with NCAA

 

Published 4/8/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

CBS' broadcast of the NCAA men's basketball tournament title game was on par with last year and dominated Monday's primetime ratings.

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CBS gaining on Fox

 

Published 4/8/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

Despite a healthy debut for "Hell's Kitchen," Fox's average dipped slightly for the week ending April 4, partly due to a decline in Wednesday's "American Idol." Meanwhile, CBS increased its average, sporting six of the week's top 10 programs thanks to ...

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'Star Wars,' 'Battlestar' lead cable ratings

 

Published 4/8/2008 by By Kimberly Nordyke at Hollywood Reporter

It was quite a weekend for sci-fi fans as Spike TV aired three movies in the "Star Wars" saga and "Battlestar Galactica" returned with a new episode on Sci Fi Channel.

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ABC breaks 'Monk,' 'Psych' preems on NBC

 

Published 4/7/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

The NBC premieres of USA Network's "Monk" and "Psych" showed once again that cable network programs get cable-level ratings when transported to broadcast.

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ABC breaks 'Monk,' 'Psych' preems on NBC

 

Published 4/7/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

The NBC premieres of USA Network's "Monk" and "Psych" showed once again that cable network programs get cable-level ratings when transported to broadcast.

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Original programs thrust CBS to Thurs. win

 

Published 4/4/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

CBS returned to an all-original lineup Thursday night and was rewarded by winning every hour in primetime. With CBS procedural dramas back in place for two-thirds of the night, the network readily dominated competitors.

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Original programs thrust CBS to Thurs. win

 

Published 4/4/2008 by By James Hibberd at Hollywood Reporter

CBS returned to an all-original lineup Thursday night and was rewarded by winning every hour in primetime. With CBS procedural dramas back in place for two-thirds of the night, the network readily dominated competitors.

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