Week 26: Broadcast 90, Cable 10
Cable/satellite networks had a good showing in the most recent week, placing 10 programs in the top 100 of the 18-49 ratings for all...
Tuesday victory for CBS
An "NCIS" double bill paced CBS to an easy ratings win on Tuesday night.
Tuesday Overnight Nielsen ratings
Ratings/Share
Adults 18-49
3.0/9
2.4/7
1.7/5
1.6/5
1.6/5
0.3/1
Adults 18-34
1.8/6
1.7/6
1.2/4
1.6/5
1.4/5
0.3/1
Total Viewers (millions)
15.733
6.484
6.501
4.124
4.374
0.770
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