As a seasoned television connoisseur with over three decades of viewing under my belt, I must say that the current state of ABC’s Thursday night lineup is a tale as old as time – or at least as old as Grey’s Anatomy itself!
The numbers don’t lie; Grey’s Anatomy has taken a hit since its move to the 10 p.m. ET slot, and while I’ve seen more heart-wrenching breakups on that show than I care to remember, this one seems particularly painful. However, as a glass-half-full kind of guy (or gal), I can’t help but see a glimmer of hope in the ratings for Doctor Odyssey and 9-1-1, which have remained steadfast in their audiences.
I must admit, I’ve always had a soft spot for Grey’s Anatomy, but it seems that even the steamiest scenes can’t compete with the cold, hard numbers these days. And let’s be real – as much as we all love a good medical drama, who among us hasn’t binge-watched an entire season of reality TV in one sitting?
In conclusion, while I’ll eagerly await the return of Grey’s Anatomy (and its steamy scenes) in March, I can’t help but wonder if it’s time for the show to take a page out of Meredith Grey’s book and reinvent itself. After all, even the best of us need a little shake-up every now and then!
On a lighter note, I couldn’t help but chuckle at the thought of Meredith Grey trying to navigate the world of TikTok – now that would be a sight to behold!
With the conclusion of the 2024 television programming, it’s a great time to reminisce about some remarkable TV viewership statistics from recent months. Although Grey’s Anatomy has been a reliable staple on ABC since 2006, airing every Thursday night, the network shifted it to the 10 p.m. ET slot for the first time since Season 2, following the debut of Doctor Odyssey to fill the void left by Station 19. As we eagerly anticipate Grey’s return in the 2025 TV schedule, it’s worth examining the ratings to determine if any adjustments are necessary when the new year arrives.
On Thursdays during the 2024-2025 television season, ABC kicks off its schedule at 8 p.m. ET with the eighth season of “9-1-1”. Following this, “Doctor Odyssey” takes over the time slot previously occupied by “Grey’s Anatomy” at 9 p.m. ET. The night concludes with the medical drama “Station 19” in its former slot at 10 p.m. ET. As reported by TVLine, the average viewership for “Grey’s Anatomy” during Season 21 has been around 4 million, with a rating of 0.52 across seven days.
Since Season 20 of “Grey’s Anatomy” premiered at 9 p.m. on Thursdays during the spring, there has been a significant decrease of 17%. However, it’s important to mention that Season 21 has maintained similar viewership numbers as those from the final season of “Station 19.” As a result, “Grey’s Anatomy” now holds the title for the ABC Thursday night show with the smallest average audience. Interestingly, the 0.52 rating falls between “9-1-1” (with a 0.65 rating) and “Doctor Odyssey” (with a 0.46 rating). All three shows can be streamed with a Hulu subscription now.
In contrast, when comparing the three television series, it’s worth noting that Joshua Jackson’s latest project has seen a 3% increase in viewership compared to Grey’s Anatomy’s previous season during its 9 p.m. time slot. On the other hand, 9-1-1 has maintained a consistent audience for Season 8, mirroring the show’s first season on ABC in terms of ratings following its shift from Fox earlier this year. Interestingly, both shows are currently tied for second place among the highest-rated broadcast network dramas. However, TVLine reports that Grey’s Anatomy is the only one of ABC’s scripted series to experience a drop in ratings and viewership from the 2023-2024 TV season to the current 2024-2025 season thus far.
If you find this information overwhelmingly mathematical, remember that the ratings and viewership for Grey’s Anatomy have decreased since it shifted from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET on Thursdays. Now, it ranks as the least-watched ABC series during that time. However, this doesn’t mean doom and gloom, as a later timeslot could potentially offer more opportunities for steamy scenes in Season 21. It’s also important to consider other factors, such as the fact that Grey’s Anatomy is no longer airing alongside another show from the same universe (Station 19) following its conclusion.
As I write this, ABC hasn’t shifted the sequence of shows in its primetime lineup for 9-1-1, followed by Doctor Odyssey and then Grey’s Anatomy on Thursdays in 2025. This means that ratings might not be significant until we approach the end of Season 21. Regrettably, the network hasn’t set a return date for these shows anytime soon. However, good news! The winter premieres are scheduled for Thursday, March 6. Until then, fans can catch up on previous episodes through Hulu.
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2024-12-31 14:07