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 “Tribute To The Troops” special episode of WWE SmackDown on FOX has garnered positive preliminary overnight figures, according to Programming Insider. The episode, which aired on December 8th, featured the highly anticipated return of CM Punk to WWE SmackDown after almost a decade.
The preliminary audience for the show averaged 2.29 million viewers, showing an increase from the previous week’s episode, which had an average of 1.952 million viewers for the overnight figure. It is important to note that these figures are subject to change when the final numbers are 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 increase from last week’s overnight rating of 0.53 and a comparable final rating of 0.59. These ratings indicate that WWE SmackDown was the top-rated program in the primetime key demo for broadcast network programming on Friday night.
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The “Tribute To The Troops” special episode of WWE SmackDown not only featured CM Punk’s return but also served as a tribute to the armed forces. This annual event is dedicated to honoring and showing appreciation for the men and women who serve in the military. The episode showcased thrilling matches and emotional moments, making it a must-watch for wrestling fans and supporters of the military alike.
Overall, the preliminary figures for the “Tribute To The Troops” special episode of WWE SmackDown indicate a successful and well-received show. With CM Punk’s return generating excitement and the heartfelt tribute to the troops, it is no surprise that the episode garnered increased viewership and positive ratings. Wrestling fans can look forward to the final numbers on Monday to get a complete picture of the show’s success.