Originally Posted by Claires_dad:
“We don't watch the soaps either but unfortunately millions do and they always do well in the ratings, can't see them not having them on at Christmas anytime soon.
2012 Final Christmas Day Ratings :
1) EastEnders (BBC1) 11.31m
2) Downton Abbey (ITV1) 10.28m
3) Call The Midwife (BBC1) 10.18m
4) Coronation Street (ITV1) 10.16m
5) The Royle Family (BBC1) 9.9m
6) Doctor Who (BBC1) 9.87m
7) Strictly Come Dancing (BBC1) 9.17m
8) Emmerdale (ITV1) 7.12m
9) The Queen (BBC1/ITV1) 6.58m
10) BBC News (BBC1) 6.34m”
“We don't watch the soaps either but unfortunately millions do and they always do well in the ratings, can't see them not having them on at Christmas anytime soon.
2012 Final Christmas Day Ratings :
1) EastEnders (BBC1) 11.31m
2) Downton Abbey (ITV1) 10.28m
3) Call The Midwife (BBC1) 10.18m
4) Coronation Street (ITV1) 10.16m
5) The Royle Family (BBC1) 9.9m
6) Doctor Who (BBC1) 9.87m
7) Strictly Come Dancing (BBC1) 9.17m
8) Emmerdale (ITV1) 7.12m
9) The Queen (BBC1/ITV1) 6.58m
10) BBC News (BBC1) 6.34m”
I agree it's unlikely to change. However, cant help but think as they always get primetime slots they are guaranteed good raings. Put something big and festive in place, comedy or LE, ans surely they would do just a well may be better.
Soaps are just easier for the broadcasters though i suppose.
Poor lack of effort in my opinion.




