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Christmas Day Shatters Streaming Records!
27 Jan
Summary
- Christmas Day saw 55.1 billion viewing minutes, a new record.
- Disney and Netflix experienced significant viewership gains.
- Streaming services captured over 47% of TV viewership in December.

Christmas Day 2025 shattered all previous records, generating an unprecedented 55.1 billion viewing minutes. This surge in viewership propelled major streaming platforms to significant gains throughout December.
Disney experienced a 4% increase in overall viewing, reaching a 10.7% share and securing second place behind YouTube. This growth was largely attributed to ESPN's 30% viewership jump from popular sports events. Netflix climbed to third place with a 9% share, boosted by its Christmas Day NFL doubleheader and the success of 'Stranger Things.'
Overall streaming viewership comprised 47.5% of total TV consumption in December. This marks a notable shift from broadcast and cable, which saw declines. Other services like Paramount, NBCUniversal, and Amazon also reported increased viewership, with Amazon seeing a 12% boost due to football and the 'Fallout' series.




