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Kimmel Dominates Late Night TV Ratings
29 Sep
Summary
- Jimmy Kimmel Live topped premiere week in viewers and demo.
- Show achieved its most-watched season in eight years.
- This marks fifth consecutive year winning premiere week demo.
As the 2026-2027 TV season commenced, "Jimmy Kimmel Live" secured the top spot in late night ratings during premiere week. The show averaged 2.29 million total viewers and a 0.21 rating among adults 18-49, outpacing its broadcast network rivals.
This victory marks the second consecutive year "JKL" has opened the season as the number one late-night program in both total viewers and the key 18-49 demographic. Furthermore, it extends the show's winning streak in the adults 18-49 demo to five consecutive years, highlighting its enduring popularity.
The recently concluded 2025-2026 TV season was also a significant success for "Jimmy Kimmel Live." It averaged 2 million total viewers, representing its highest viewership in eight years. In the adults 18-49 demographic, the show averaged a 0.18 rating, its best performance in four years, solidifying its lead in late-night television.
