Netflix’s ‘His & Hers’ Leads; ABC’s ‘High Potential’
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- Netflix’ series “His & Hers” averaged 25.6 million viewers across its first 35 days, making it the most‑watched show of 2026 in Nielsen’s multiplatform ranking.
- CBS’ “Marshals” posted an average of 25.24 million viewers, placing it just behind Netflix’s top series.
- ABC reported that its drama “High Potential” tops the broadcast entertainment series ranking for adults 18‑49, securing the #1 spot in live+7 ratings.
- ABC also highlighted that it holds four of the five highest‑rated broadcast shows in the 18‑49 demo, including “Abbott Elementary” (top comedy) and “Dancing With the Stars” (top alternative).
- Variety noted that “High Potential” will shift to a mid‑season slot, while “Scrubs” has been placed in the fall schedule, reflecting ABC’s programming adjustments.
Why it matters: Advertisers gain premium rates as ABC’s “High Potential” dominates the 18‑49 demo, while Netflix’s “His & Hers” bolsters its subscriber appeal with 25.6 million viewers, intensifying competition for broadcast and streaming audiences.
