Oscars Viewership Declines Despite Hulu Availability

The Academy Awards saw a dip in viewership this year, with an average audience of 18.07 million, which is 7 percent lower than the previous year’s 19.49 million. Despite being simulcast on ABC and Hulu, the Oscars struggled to draw the same numbers as before. Final data is still pending, but Disney will likely include Hulu viewership in their analysis.

During the telecast, Hulu experienced technical difficulties that left some users unable to access the stream. First, users were logged out of their accounts, and then the broadcast abruptly cut off before Best Actress and Best Picture awards were announced. This was due to the live event running over its scheduled time, a common issue with award shows.

However, despite the lower viewership this year, the Oscars typically outperform other similar events like the Grammys and Emmys. It’s worth noting that the overall trend in recent years has been a steady increase in viewership for the Academy Awards. So, despite some hiccups this year, the Oscars remain a major draw for audiences.