World News Tonight Remains Most Watched Newscast in Its Tenth Season
According to Nielsen measurement results, the program managed to increase its viewership by 6 percent compared to the previous year.
Broadcast on ABC and anchored by David Muir, World News Tonight has completed its 10th consecutive season as America's most-watched evening newscast.
Significant Increase in Viewership
Based on Nielsen data for the 2025-2026 season, the program recorded a 6 percent increase in viewership compared to the previous year.
This surge also enabled the newscast to reach its largest audience in the past five years.
Reasons Behind the Success
Anchor David Muir attributed the program's long-standing success to their ability to forge a deep connection with viewers during a period of intense polarization.
Muir also made statements regarding his career background, journalistic philosophy, and memorable moments off-screen.
Strong Presence on Digital Platforms
In addition to traditional television broadcasting, the program reached billions of views across social media platforms throughout the season.
Maintaining its position as the leader among network evening news on YouTube, the production continues to increase its impact in the digital sphere.