The significance in the numbers of DVR viewers continues to rise and so does its importance to the success of the shows most affected. While it can’t single-handedly save a program (ex. Dollhouse) it is now being considered more by the networks. Fringe continues to stand out the most considering it goes up against powerhouses such as CSI, Grey’s Anatomy, and The Office. Below is the top 15 for the week prior to Thanksgiving based on the largest percent of viewership accounted for by DVR.
Fringe 30%
The Office 25%
FlashForward 25%
V 23%
Private Practice 23%
Heroes 23%
Grey’s Anatomy 22%
Glee 22%
30 Rock 22%
Bones 21%
The Mentalist 21%
House 21%
Castle 20%
CSI 20%
Modern Family 17%