An average of 10.1 million viewers tuned into the 82nd Golden Globes across CBS and Paramount+, Dick Clark Productions said Monday, roughly matching the audience for last year’s broadcast.
Ratings Challenges and Success
CBS reported ratings figures from VideoAmp rather than the industry standard audience measurement service, Nielsen. Paramount Global, which owns CBS, is in a contract dispute with Nielsen. Despite this, holding steady from last year’s Globes’ audience was considered a success for the Nikki Glaser-hosted broadcast.
Before the pandemic, the Globes typically drew closer to 20 million viewers. In 2020, 18.4 million watched the Globes. The event has seen fluctuations in viewership over the years.
Revival and Evolution
The Golden Globes faced challenges in recent years, including controversies and declining viewership. After facing criticism for lack of diversity, the awards show underwent changes in ownership and format. The 2024 Globes marked a turning point with improved ratings and positive reviews for the host.
Recent Awards and Winners
Sunday’s ceremony, which ran concurrently with NBC’s broadcast of a football game, honored notable films and TV shows. The top prizes of the night went to the Netflix musical “Emilia Perez” and the A24 postwar epic “The Brutalist.” On the TV side, FX’s “Shōgun” and Max’s “Hacks” were among the winners.
