Dan Harmon's Groundbreaking New Show Shatters 24-Year-Old Family Guy Ratings Record

Summary

Dan Harmon's new show, Krapopolis, has shattered ratings records, becoming the most-watched animated series in a decade with 3.6 million viewers.

The premiere of Krapopolis exceeded the ratings of Family Guy's 1999 premiere, making it the highest-rated entertainment program among adults 18-49 for the week. This achievement marks a significant victory for Fox, as they had already renewed the show for a third season even before its debut. It will be intriguing to observe the trajectory of the show moving forward.

Dan Harmon's latest show, Krapopolis, has exceeded previous ratings records, including a 24-year-old record set by Family Guy. Co-created by Harmon, known for his work on Rick and Morty, this new adult animated series takes place in Ancient Greece and revolves around a flawed family of mortals, gods, and monsters attempting to govern one of the world's earliest cities without resorting to violence. The stellar voice cast includes Richard Ayoade, Matt Berry, Pam Murphy, Duncan Trussell, and Hannah Waddingham from Ted Lasso, alongside numerous recognizable guest appearances.

Following the premiere of Krapopolis on September 24, The Wrap has reported that Harmon's show has shattered multiple viewership records. With an audience of 3.6 million viewers, Krapopolis has become the most-watched animated series of the decade. Furthermore, the premiere episode has achieved the highest ratings among adults aged 18-49 during the week of September 18-24, surpassing the record set by the Family Guy premiere in 1999.

Every Ratings Record Broken By The Krapopolis Premiere

The premiere of Krapopolis not only became the most-watched animated series of the past decade but also broke records as the year's top original comedy telecast, surpassing NBC's Night Court reboot in January. Additionally, it emerged as the highest-rated entertainment telecast (excluding award ceremonies) since the premiere of Next Level Chef after Super Bowl LVII. The NFL doubleheader on Fox served as a boost for the Krapopolis premiere, and now it will air following episodes of The Simpsons. In comparison to Harmon's other animated shows, Krapopolis attracted higher viewership than any episode of Rick and Morty or Strange Planet. This remarkable achievement marks a significant success for Fox, which displayed a strong commitment to the show by renewing it for three seasons prior to its premiere. Having already shattered numerous records, the future trajectory of Harmon's new show becomes even more intriguing.

Source: The Wrap