Fox News continues to lead the ratings with The Five achieving an unprecedented milestone. For the first time in television history, a non-primetime cable program, airing at 5 PM ET, became the most-watched in total viewers. In 2022, The Five garnered 3.43 million viewers, surpassing daytime and primetime shows on CNN and MSNBC, making it the top-rated show in cable news.
Fox News continued to dominate, securing the highest-rated cable news network for the 21st consecutive year, with notable shows like Tucker Carlson Tonight, Hannity, and Jesse Watters Primetime leading in total viewership. Fox also led in the key A25-54 demographic, drawing a politically diverse audience across the spectrum.
Fox News CEO Suzanne Scott expressed pride in the network’s achievements, emphasizing its consistent innovation and political inclusivity. This success cements Fox’s place as a leader in cable news programming.
