Gavin & Stacey attracts 19.1 million viewers

The beloved television show Gavin & Stacey has made a remarkable return, especially with its Christmas Day episode, which has captured the attention of millions. According to the official ratings from Barb, a company that tracks television viewership, the finale of this much-loved comedy was watched by an impressive 19. 1 million viewers after just seven days of catch-up viewing. This number is significant as it surpasses the viewership of the last Gavin & Stacey special that aired in 2019, which had 17. 92 million viewers at the same point in time. After a month, that number increased to 18. 49 million, showing just how much people enjoy this show. The recent 90-minute special episode was particularly exciting as it resolved a cliffhanger from five years ago, when the character Nessa, played by Ruth Jones, proposed to Smithy, portrayed by James Corden. Fans were eager to see how this storyline would unfold, and it seems that their anticipation paid off with such high viewership numbers. In addition to Gavin & Stacey, another show that performed well was the new Wallace & Gromit adventure titled Vengeance Most Fowl, which attracted 16. 29 million viewers after a week of catch-up viewing. The return of the villain Feathers McGraw delighted fans and contributed to the show's success. While Gavin & Stacey and Wallace & Gromit have captured the hearts of many, it is important to note that major news events and sports broadcasts still draw the largest audiences. Events such as government lockdown announcements and significant football matches, including the European and World Cup tournaments, continue to be the most-watched programs on television. As we look forward to the next set of Barb figures being released in three weeks, there is a strong expectation that Gavin & Stacey will either surpass or come very close to reaching the 20 million viewer milestone. This would be a historic achievement, as no scripted show has reached such a high number since the introduction of 28-day catch-up viewing figures in December 2014. The only show that has been recorded with more than 20 million viewers after seven days is the 2001 Christmas special of Only Fools and Horses, but it is essential to understand that the way ratings were calculated by Barb before 2002 was different from the current system. Therefore, making direct comparisons between the two shows is not entirely accurate. Gavin & Stacey continues to be a favorite among viewers, and its ability to bring people together during the holiday season is a testament to its enduring popularity.