ABC’s freshman crime drama High Potential isn’t just meeting expectations, it’s exceeding them, proving to be a popular addition to the network’s lineup right out of the gate. And while its live viewership has been solid, the show is experiencing a dramatic surge in delayed viewing, boosting its overall audience to impressive levels. This delayed viewing bump has propelled ABC to win the coveted Tuesday 10 p.m.
This surge in multiplatform viewing has propelled ABC to a significant victory, winning the competitive Tuesday 10 p.m. hour in total viewers, a feat they haven’t managed in four years.
After seven days of multiplatform viewing (which includes ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+, and digital platforms), High Potential’s total viewership skyrocketed by a staggering 191%, reaching 10.49 million viewers. The growth in the key 18-49 demographic is even more eye-popping, with a 600% increase, landing at a 2.03 rating. These numbers aren’t just good; they’re a resuscitation for a time slot that had been struggling.
The show’s consistent growth, with a 2% increase in total viewers over the previous week, indicates that word of mouth and catch-up viewing are working in its favor. High Potential now holds the title of ABC’s most-watched new series in six years, a significant achievement.
