‘The Five’ Breaks Records as the Most-Watched Cable Program in 2022
Fox News once again led the ratings race, outpacing competitors MSNBC and CNN. Remarkably, 2022 marked the third-highest-rated year in cable news history for total day viewership. Holding the top spot for the past seven years in both primetime and total day viewership, Fox News continues to dominate.
What distinguishes Fox News is its ability to attract a politically diverse audience. Data from Nielsen/MRI Fusion reveals that Fox News garners viewership from Democrats, Independents, and Republicans more than any other network. This appeal extends to the younger demographic as well, with Fox News drawing the most viewers in the age group of 25-54.
Suzanne Scott, the CEO of Fox News, expresses profound pride in the network’s achievements throughout 2022. She attributes their success to the innovative news and opinion programming, which resonates deeply with the politically diverse cable news audience. This isn’t mere rhetoric – Fox News secured an impressive 53% share of the 25-54 demographic during total daytime viewership.
Among the plethora of successful shows on Fox News, one shines particularly bright: ‘The Five’. This pioneering program etched its name in history by clinching the top spot in viewership for an entire year, marking the first non-primetime cable show to achieve this feat. Broadcasting at 5 PM ET, ‘The Five’ drew an astonishing 3,432,000 viewers in 2022, surpassing all daytime and primetime programming on CNN and MSNBC. It garnered high praise from the A25-54 demographic, with 465,000 viewers tuning in.
What distinguishes ‘The Five’ is its distinctive format and the diverse panel of hosts who offer insightful perspectives on the day’s most significant stories. Audiences are riveted by the engrossing discussions and informative content. With its robust viewership numbers, ‘The Five’ has unequivocally established itself as essential viewing for cable news enthusiasts.
It’s no wonder that Fox News continues to thrive. The network’s dedication to providing groundbreaking programming spanning a broad spectrum of topics has cemented its status as the foremost cable news network. Regardless of political leanings, audiences can anticipate a plethora of innovative shows and compelling content from Fox News in the years ahead.
