GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

World Series Viewing Statistics

The World Series typically draws millions of viewers each year, with the number varying based on the teams playing and the competitiveness of the series.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we will explore a collection of statistics related to viewership of various World Series games over the years. The data ranges from record-breaking highs to the least watched in history, providing an intriguing look at the fluctuations in viewership numbers for one of baseball’s most anticipated events.

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"Fox's broadcast of the 2021 World Series averaged 11.7 million viewers."

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"Game 6 of the 2021 World Series was watched by over 14.03 million viewers."

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"In 1980, The World Series had an average of 42.3 million viewers, the highest in history."

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"The 2020 World Series was viewed by an average of 9.78 million viewers, the least watched in history."

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"Game 7 of the 2016 World Series was the most watched baseball game since 1991, with over 40 million viewers."

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"In 1998, 20.34 million people on average watched the World Series."

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"The 2004 World Series was viewed by an average of 25.4 million people."

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"In 2018, the World Series had an average of 14.3 million viewers across all games."

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"In the London broadcast area, the 2019 World Series averaged 5% of viewing households, around 700,000 viewers."

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"The 2017 World Series had a slightly higher average viewership of 18.9 million than the previous year."

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"Game 1 of the 2016 World Series had an average viewership of 12.6 million."

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"The 2015 World Series averaged 14.7 million viewers."

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"Game 6 of the 2014 World Series was viewed by 13.4 million viewers."

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"In 2013, the World Series averaged 14.9 million viewers."

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"The 2012 World Series averaged 12.7 million viewers."

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"Game 7 of the 2011 World Series was watched by 25.4 million viewers."

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"The World Series of 2010 was viewed by an average of 14.3 million people."

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"The 2009 World Series saw an average viewership of 19.4 million."

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"In 2007, the World Series was viewed by an average of 17.1 million viewers."

In conclusion, television viewership for the World Series has varied significantly over the years, with notable peaks in the 1980s and 2016, while also experiencing lower viewership in recent years such as in 2020. The statistics show a fluctuating trend in audience numbers, with some games and series garnering exceptionally high viewership numbers, such as Game 7 of the 2016 World Series, and others falling below expectations. Factors such as the competitiveness of the teams, star players, and overall fan engagement likely play a role in these fluctuations. It is clear that the World Series continues to be a significant cultural event that captures the attention of millions of viewers, but the changing landscape of media consumption may continue to influence viewership numbers in the future.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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