"The Drew Barrymore Show" Secures Renewal Through 2028

CBS Media Ventures has announced a two-season renewal for "The Drew Barrymore Show," extending its run through 2028. This renewal secures the show's seventh and eighth seasons amid a challenging landscape for daytime talk shows, where several competitors, including NBCUniversal's "The Kelly Clarkson Show" and Debmar-Mercury's "Sherri," are concluding their runs by the end of the year. The show has been particularly successful, averaging 1.6 million daily viewers, marking its most-watched season to date.

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The renewal includes time slot upgrades in key markets such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle, Minneapolis, Cleveland, Charlotte, Baltimore, Kansas City, and Cincinnati. "The Drew Barrymore Show" is produced and distributed by CBS Media Ventures and has effectively leveraged its digital presence, boasting over 14 million followers across social media platforms, with engagement increasing by 47% year over year. The show offers interviews in two formats: a broadcast edit and an extended cut available on its YouTube channel, emphasizing its commitment to a multiplatform experience.

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Drew Barrymore expressed her gratitude for the renewal, stating, "What matters most to us is our viewers and the people that come here! This show began as a space for intimate conversation, and we’re continuing to plant our flag as a truly multiplatform experience." She highlighted the importance of adapting to changing media consumption habits, asserting, "We live in a world where people discover content in so many different ways, and from the very start in 2020, our mission was to break the mold rather than conform to the traditional daytime landscape." Executive producer Jason Kurtz praised Barrymore's authenticity, calling her "the original influencer—a true trendsetter and culture-driving force."

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Despite the renewal, the daytime talk show genre faces scrutiny due to its declining popularity and the rise of cheaper, non-union video podcasts. The landscape is shifting, with several high-profile shows concluding their runs, raising questions about the future of traditional daytime television. Critics argue that the genre must evolve further to retain viewership in an increasingly competitive environment.

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Looking ahead, "The Drew Barrymore Show" aims to continue its innovative approach to content delivery and audience engagement. With the upcoming seasons, the show plans to further explore its multiplatform strategy while maintaining its focus on intimate conversations and authentic storytelling.

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• “Drew is the original influencer – a true trendsetter and culture-driving force who has consistently stayed ahead of the conversation,” — Jason Kurtz, Executive Producer

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• “I hold myself accountable to staying savvy about how and where this show is seen – feeding every corner that counts, while daring to just be myself and figure out life with others.” — Drew Barrymore, Host

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• “I’m so excited to continue as I see this endeavor as an opportunity and a gift. Our show family is deeply grateful for the support of CBS and George Cheeks, who all helped us get here.” — Drew Barrymore, Host

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