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The Big Bang Theory: 2011-12 TV Season Ratings

Published: May 12, 2012

Big Bang Theory ratingsHere are the ratings for The Big Bang Theory; the TV series about lovable geeks (Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Simon Helberg, and Kunal Nayyar) who are trying to figure out members of the opposite sex (Kaley Cuoco, Sara Gilbert, Melissa Rauch, and Mayim Bialik). The fifth season of The Big Bang Theory typically airs Thursday nights at 8pm on the CBS network.

These are the TV show’s ratings for the 2011-12 season, the best way to tell if The Big Bang Theory is a success for CBS. Unlike others, this show is in little danger of getting cancelled for awhile since it’s already been renewed through season eight. Check out our CBS ratings report card to see how this show’s numbers compare with the others on the network.

These figures will be updated as the weeks progress so be sure to bookmark and return to this page:

Final season five averages: 5.0 rating in the 18-49 demographic with 14.88 million total viewers.

Episode 05-24: Thursday, 05/10/12
4.4 in the demo (-6% episode-to-episode change) with 13.72 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.97 in the demo with 14.88 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 22 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-23: Thursday, 05/03/12
4.7 in the demo (+15% episode-to-episode change) with 13.91 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.00 in the demo with 14.93 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 22 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-22: Thursday, 04/26/12
4.0 in the demo (-7% episode-to-episode change) with 12.65 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.01 in the demo with 14.98 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 22 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-21: Thursday, 04/05/12
4.4 in the demo (-6% episode-to-episode change) with 13.29 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.05 in the demo with 15.09 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-20: Thursday, 03/29/12
4.7 in the demo (-8% episode-to-episode change) with 13.96 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.09 in the demo with 15.18 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-19: Thursday, 03/08/12
5.1 in the demo (-4% episode-to-episode change) with 15.04 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.11 in the demo with 15.24 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-18: Thursday, 02/23/12
5.3 in the demo (+4% episode-to-episode change) with 16.20 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.11 in the demo with 15.25 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-17: Thursday, 02/16/12
5.1 in the demo (-9% episode-to-episode change) with 15.65 million; tied for first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.09 in the demo with 15.20 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-16: Thursday, 02/09/12
5.6 in the demo (+2% episode-to-episode change) with 16.21 million; second in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.09 in the demo with 15.17 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-15: Thursday, 02/02/12
5.5 in the demo (0% episode-to-episode change) with 16.54 million; tied for first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.06 in the demo with 15.10 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-14: Thursday, 1/26/12
5.5 in the demo (+4% episode-to-episode change) with 16.13 million; tied for first in the timeslot.
Season average: 5.03 in the demo with 15.00 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-13: Thursday, 01/19/12
5.3 in the demo (0% episode-to-episode change) with 15.83 million; second in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.99 in the demo with 14.91 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-12: Thursday, 01/12/12
5.3 in the demo (+15% episode-to-episode change) with 16.13 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.97 in the demo with 14.84 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 21 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-11: Thursday, 12/08/11
4.6 in the demo (-13% episode-to-episode change) with 14.02 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.94 in the demo with 14.72 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 20 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-10: Thursday, 11/17/11
5.3 in the demo (0% episode-to-episode change) with 15.05 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.97 in the demo with 14.79 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 20 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-09: Thursday, 11/10/11
5.3 in the demo (-2% episode-to-episode change) with 15.89 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.93 in the demo with 14.76 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 20 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-08: Thursday, 11/03/11
5.4 in the demo (+17% episode-to-episode change) with 15.98 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.89 in the demo with 14.62 million.
Demo average rank: #2 of 20 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-07: Thursday, 10/27/11
4.6 in the demo (-10% episode-to-episode change) with 14.54 million; second in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.81 in the demo with 14.42 million.
Demo average rank: #3 of 20 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-06: Thursday, 10/20/11
5.1 in the demo (+10% episode-to-episode change) with 14.93 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.8 in the demo with 14.4 million.
Demo average rank: #3 of 19 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-05: Thursday, 10/13/11
4.6 in the demo (+2% episode-to-episode change) with 13.58 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.8 in the demo with 14.3 million.
Demo average rank: #3 of 19 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-04: Thursday, 10/6/11
4.5 in the demo (-8% episode-to-episode change) with 13.92 million; first in the timeslot.
Season average: 4.8 in the demo with 14.48 million.
Demo average rank: #3 of 19 scripted TV shows on the network (Fall 2011 – Spring 2012).

Episode 05-03: Thursday, 9/29/11
In week two, Big Bang remained at the same level as the first week’s 8pm episode with a 4.9 rating and 14.74 million viewers. Again, it easily won its timeslot, this time by a full ratings point.
Season average: 5.0 demo with 14.66 million.

Episode 05-02: Thursday, 9/22/11
The second episode of the night did even better than the first with a 5.1 rating in the demo and 14.94 million. It was in first place for the timeslot once again.
Season average: 5.0 demo with 14.62 million.

Episode 05-01: Thursday, 9/22/11
CBS gave us two episodes to kick off the season and they both did quite well. The first one attracted a 4.9 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 14.3 million viewers. That matched the year ago demo and was easily first in its the timeslot.


Reference point: The 2010-11 season averaged a 4.0 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 12.61 million viewers.

Note: These ratings are collected by the Nielsen company and are the final national numbers. These are different from the fast affiliate numbers which are just estimates of the actual ratings and are reported on by most other outlets. The final nationals are typically released within 24 hours of the programming or, in the case of weekends and holidays, a couple days later.

What do you think? Do you like The Big Bang Theory TV series? Do you think it should be cancelled or keep on going right through season eight and beyond?


Image courtesy CBS.

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John carr
John carr
February 23, 2012 8:40 pm

Easily best show in the last 15 years keep it runnig for as long as possible

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John
John
February 21, 2012 5:15 pm

I think the show is getting better as they progress in seasons as to other shows that get worse as they move on

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Chuck
Chuck
January 21, 2012 12:13 pm

Superb in every way!

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john
john
November 16, 2011 8:03 pm

best show on the air, keep going.

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JennJenn
JennJenn
November 9, 2011 7:46 pm

Damn Right Conclusiology Chuck!

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Chuck
Chuck
October 22, 2011 11:18 am

Great characters. Great writers. Great show!

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Hardywolf359
Hardywolf359
October 20, 2011 1:45 am

Cancel Big Bang? Oh good Lord! Are you insane this show is up there with Cheers and Taxi and will be remembered alongside them in decades to come! Don’t let this be the Firefly of comedy shows! If the Simpsons can run for over 20 years (and that has lost it’s funny bone a long time ago) then this one can go for at least 10. Live long and prosper!

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andreaaaa
October 4, 2011 8:56 pm

This is easily one of the best shows on TV. Jim Parson’s is right on point as Sheldon. Definitely worthy of his Emmys. The writing is genius, and the formula for the show flawless. Hope this show stays on as long as possible.

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Bigbangtheoryfanactic
Bigbangtheoryfanactic
October 3, 2011 3:06 am

I absolutetly in love with the big bang theory and I wish for the season to come full terms to the eignth season and beyobd. I believe that this 2 show could go fr and I lave sara gilbert and kaley cuoco

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Anonymous
Anonymous
October 2, 2011 8:05 pm

this show rocks. I can’t believe the writing team didn’t win an emmy. Love Love Love this show.

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Ahiru77
Ahiru77
October 2, 2011 2:36 pm

Parsons needs to win 2-3 more emmys and then they can consider quitting. 😉

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Spiros
Spiros
October 2, 2011 5:58 am

of course it should continue till 8 sesason AND beyond! it is one of the greatest shows right now in my opionion…!!! i love it 😀

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Louis
Louis
October 1, 2011 6:43 pm

^ Oh, shut up. BBT has definitely held its own over the seasons. The introduction of Amy and Bernadette has been seamless and perfect for the show. Consistently funny, entertaining, and even educational at times. De-bunch your panties. Thanks.

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Manigran
Manigran
October 1, 2011 6:23 pm

I used to love this show, but lately, it has been going downhill. I’d like to see it cancelled so that no more damage can be done. Thanks.

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