Programming Insider has released the preliminary overnight figures for last night’s “Tribute To The Troops” special episode of WWE SmackDown on FOX.
The December 8th show featured CM Punk’s appearance on WWE SmackDown for the first time in almost a decade.
WWE SmackDown averaged 2.29 million viewers, and the preliminary audience increased from last week’s show, which averaged 1.952 million viewers for the overnight figure.
For comparison, the final audience for last week’s episode of WWE SmackDown was 2.044 million viewers.
WWE SmackDown drew an average 0.57 rating in the P18-49 key demo. Last week’s overnight rating was 0.53 and the final rating was 0.59.
WWE SmackDown topped the primetime key demo ratings for broadcast network programming on Friday night.
The final numbers will be out on Monday.
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The recent “Tribute To The Troops” special episode of WWE SmackDown on FOX has garnered positive ratings, according to preliminary overnight figures released by Programming Insider. The show, which aired on December 8th, featured the highly anticipated return of CM Punk to WWE SmackDown after almost a decade.
The overnight figures reveal that WWE SmackDown averaged 2.29 million viewers, marking an increase from the previous week’s episode, which had an average of 1.952 million viewers. It is important to note that these are preliminary numbers, and the final audience count will be released on Monday.
In terms of the key demographic of adults aged 18-49, WWE SmackDown achieved an average rating of 0.57. This is a slight improvement from last week’s overnight rating of 0.53, and the final rating for the previous episode was 0.59. These numbers indicate that WWE SmackDown was the top-rated program among broadcast networks in the primetime key demo on Friday night.
The “Tribute To The Troops” special episode of WWE SmackDown not only provided an exciting return for CM Punk but also showcased WWE’s commitment to honoring and supporting the armed forces. The event has become an annual tradition for WWE, with previous editions featuring special performances and appearances by top WWE Superstars.
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Overall, the positive ratings for the “Tribute To The Troops” special episode of WWE SmackDown highlight the continued popularity and appeal of professional wrestling. The return of CM Punk undoubtedly contributed to the increased viewership, showcasing the enduring star power of WWE Superstars.