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WWE SmackDown Sees Viewer Boost Amid Contract Signing

9/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

WWE SmackDown on September 19, 2025 drew 1.342 million viewers, up 2% from last week, with a Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre contract signing.
It posted a 0.37 rating in 18-49, its second-best since August 8, while Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Playoffs Game 3 drew 995,000.
Last year’s September 19 episode had 1.494 million viewers and a 0.45 rating.

History

Historical Context

The "Monday Night Wars" of the late 1990s, particularly between the WWF and WCW, peaked in 1999 with WWF's viewership reaching 8.1 million. This competition spurred innovative programming strategies. Today, WWE SmackDown's viewership of 1.342 million reflects ongoing efforts to engage audiences, highlighting the resilience of wrestling as an entertainment model despite fluctuating ratings over the years.

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Story summary

WWE SmackDown on September 19, 2025 drew 1.342 million viewers, up 2% from last week, with a Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre contract signing.
It posted a 0.37 rating in 18-49, its second-best since August 8, while Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Playoffs Game 3 drew 995,000.
Last year’s September 19 episode had 1.494 million viewers and a 0.45 rating.

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