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ABC Summer 2012 TV Ratings

Published:September 8, 2012

ABC summer ratingsThere’s lots of information that the networks take into consideration when cancelling or renewing a TV series but the ratings are the biggest factor, particularly the 18-49 demographic. That’s the group that the advertisers want to reach the most so the networks must cater to them.

Viewership is obviously lower during the summer months (here’s the ABC report card for the regular 2011-12 season).

The following chart incorporates final “Summer” season ratings data through Thursday, September 6, 2012.

Demo
rank		Summer
ABC TV shows		Demo
grade		18-49 demo
rating (actual)		Viewers
in millions
1The BacheloretteA++2.5 (2.45)7.50ratings
2WipeoutB+1.6 (1.56)4.88ratings
3Secret MillionaireB-1.3 (1.29)5.03ratings
4Bachelor PadC+1.3 (1.27)4.04ratings
520/20B+*1.3 (1.26)4.97ratings
6Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss EditionC+1.3 (1.25)3.83ratings
7Rookie BlueC+1.2 (1.22)4.93ratings
8DuetsC+1.2 (1.19)4.93ratings
9NY MedD+1.0 (0.97)4.15ratings
10Final WitnessD+0.9 (0.90)3.86ratings
11The Glass HouseD0.9 (0.88)2.43ratings

Original ratings data ©The Nielsen Company. All rights reserved.

Other summer ratings report cards: CBS | The CW | FOX | NBC

A couple of things to remember:
The averages included in these charts are based on the final numbers, not the fast affiliate ratings that are reported the morning after a show airs. These final numbers become available one to three days later (depending on holidays or weekends).

Demo numbers are reported by Nielsen using the 10th decimal place (2.1, for example). In these charts, we’re including the rounded demo average as well as the average in 100ths (2.14, for example) in parenthesis so you can get a better idea of how the number’s been affected by the latest episode’s rating.

The letter grades are relative and are based on the individual network’s overall performance in either the scripted or non-scripted categories. The networks all have very different gauges for success. A hit show on The CW would get quickly cancelled on CBS. Our system for coming up with letter grades isn’t perfect but it should still give you an idea of where the shows stand when compared to others on the same network.

*The letter grades for TV series that run on Friday and Saturday nights are weighted a little differently to compensate for them airing on little-watched nights.

What do you think? How are your favorites doing? Which ones would you like to see cancelled or renewed?

 

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RON August 25, 2012 at 12:29 pm

NY MED AND FINAL WITNESS ARE THE BEST SHOWS ABC EVER MADE, EDUCATIONAL AND INTERESTING. DO NOT CANCEL THEM THAT WOULD BE A BIG MISTAKE.

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Anonymous August 21, 2012 at 8:53 pm

Please keep Final Witness. True crime stories are sad but interesting.

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Scott August 17, 2012 at 11:07 am

Wipeout’s still going strong in the ratings, even in its 5th season. Thumbs Up to Endemol for keeping it awesome with Game Shows! Still sad that ABC cancelled last year’s 101 Ways to Leave a Game Show, but at least Wipeout is still doing well.

I’m disappointed that The Glass House isn’t doing that well though. I prefer it over CBS’ Big Brother because the audience gets to decide who’s eliminated — not the contestants themselves. So there’s less backstabbing and lying on The Glass House because the game is not entirely controlled by the players. Hopefully it gets renewed.

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cindy August 15, 2012 at 3:16 pm

love all the bachelor/bachelorette shows, rookie blue, the glass house, final witness and the real med shows. please keep them coming they are great.

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Amanda July 25, 2012 at 2:56 pm

Wow, yeah. It is really sad to see what kind of shows ABC Family is airing, and how they’re doing. I think that they made a HUGE and horrible mistake cancelling Make It or Break It. MIOBI was one of the best shows on there, and I, with every single other person I know, LOVED it. I was so sad when it was cancelled. :( ( I hope they’ll reconsider their decision.

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AnoPrkl July 17, 2012 at 12:57 am

It’s so sad to see what kind of shows are leading.

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julie July 13, 2012 at 9:00 pm

Love the show Duets! However, I do think they should let america vote from the start! The voting system is what everyone has been complaining about. So, give it one more season ABC and change your voting method and see what happens!

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Nana July 29, 2012 at 12:30 pm

I agree with you. I love the show also, but might be better ratings if the audience voted from the start. The stars are all first rate talent, although I never saw Robin Thicke perform before, he was very good.

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Linda July 13, 2012 at 5:25 pm

Duets is FANTASTIC> Hope it comes back!

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Tony July 6, 2012 at 6:10 am

I hope Duets gets a major ratings boost these last three shows. Would love to see it come back.

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KEN July 13, 2012 at 4:38 pm

I think that Duets is one of the finest musical shows on TV. Where else do you hear the superstars sing every week? It’s like going to a concert with the 4 stars singing. I love it, and hope that it will be renewed!!

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Amy July 5, 2012 at 7:32 pm

Renew duets. Interesting format. Very enjoyable.

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Judy July 5, 2012 at 7:26 pm

Really enjoy the show. The duets are exciting. The judging could be more truthful. I think most of the talent was not prime time quality, easily fixed. . Please renew!

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mary June 28, 2012 at 10:33 pm

I loved duets. Original and some darn good talented amatures.

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anonymous June 22, 2012 at 9:49 pm

rookie blue is the best. Extreme makeover and duets suck!

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jim perruso June 21, 2012 at 4:51 am

Kill off Duet- It’s a stupid idea and just a vehicle for current popular singers to get in on the singing action for their own self promotions. It’s weak and lame and is nothing in your attempt to cash in on singing tv shows. Your way too little -way to late. I watched it one time- that’s it. Jim

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Anonymous June 8, 2012 at 2:38 pm

I love WHAT I CAN HEAR of “Rookie Blue”. I’ll bet if they’d clear up the background noise, they’d have a lot more fans.

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