Tuesday, October 01, 2013

Nickelodeon USA Number 1 In Total Day Viewing For Week Ending Sunday 29th September 2013

The television news website TVbytheNumbers is reporting in the following article the fantastic Nickelodeon News that Nick USA was the number one US cable TV network in total day viewing, beating Disney and ESPN, for the week ending Sunday 29th September 2013!:
ESPN Wins Week With Cable Primetime Adults 18-49 & Total Primetime Viewers, Nickelodeon Tops Total Day Viewership For Week Ending September 29, 2013


ESPN won the week among adults 18-49 during primetime, beating TBS and AMC.

ESPN was the top network among total viewers during primetime, beating TBS and Disney.

Nickelodeon was number one in total day viewing, beating Disney and ESPN.

Prime-time Average Viewers (Live+SD) Week Ending September 29, 2013:

Network - (000s)
ESPN - 3212
TBSC - 2415
DSNY - 2231
AMC - 1763
USA - 1559
HIST - 1553
FOXN - 1526
A&E - 1238
NFLN - 1226
TNT - 1212
ADSM - 1138
HGTV - 1121
FX - 1112
LIFE - 982
NAN - 948
FOOD - 937
SYFY - 908
DISC - 900
TLC - 885
FAM - 835
SPK - 830
CMDY - 787
TVLD - 762
TRU - 760
BRAV - 741

Prime-time Adults 18-49 Viewers (Live+SD)

Network - (000s)
ESPN - 1517
TBSC - 1221
AMC - 975
NFLN - 629
USA - 625
FX - 611
ADSM - 593
CMDY - 537
HIST - 505
A&E - 488
LIFE - 433
BRAV - 422
SPK - 422
DISC - 419
TNT - 418
DSNY - 411
SYFY - 410
MTV - 401
FOOD - 387
TRU - 382
HGTV - 379
TLC - 367
FAM - 351
EN - 317
BET - 315

Total Day Average Viewers (Live+SD)

Network - (000s)
NICK - 1568
DSNY - 1401
ESPN - 1296
ADSM - 1195
USA - 1076
FOXN - 992
TNT - 944
NAN - 944
TOON - 858
AMC - 857
TBSC - 849
HIST - 789
A&E - 706
HGTV - 702
FX - 569
TVLD - 548
ID - 543
LIFE - 497
FOOD - 495
FAM - 489
DISC - 481
CMDY - 480
SPK - 458
SYFY - 438
HALL - 432

Nielsen TV Ratings: ©2013 The Nielsen Company. All Rights Reserved.Cable Channel Abbreviations: NICK = Nickelodeon, NAN = Nick At Nite, TOON = Cartoon Network, ADSM = Adult Swim, TRU = truTV, LIFE = Lifetime, NKJR - Nick Jr., FAM = ABC Family, TVLD = TV Land, FOXN = Fox News, TBSC = TBS, DISC = Discovery

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Saban Brands Announces Extended Partnerships For Power Rangers Franchise With Nickelodeon And Bandai America Through 2016

Saban Brands has today, Tuesday 1st October 2013, announced in the following press release, from Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance UK & Ireland, the exciting Nickelodeon News that it has extended agreements with Nickelodeon and Bandai America Incorporated through 2016 for its globally recognized Power Rangers franchise. Nickelodeon and Saban Brands initiated their strategic partnership when Saban re-acquired the Power Rangers brand in 2010 and re-launched the television series with Power Rangers Samurai in 2011. The extension confirms additional seasons of original Power Rangers programming on Nickelodeon through to 2016. Additionally, after more than 20 years since the brand's introduction of the original "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers", Bandai will continue to act as the global master toy licensee for the Power Rangers franchise.

Saban's "Power Rangers Megaforce", the 20th anniversary season, currently airs on Nick USA Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. (ET/PT). The upcoming installment of the television series, "Power Rangers Super Megaforce", will premiere in early 2014.

Original Saban Brands Press Release:

Saban Brands Announces Extended Partnerships for Power Rangers Franchise with Nickelodeon and Bandai America Through 2016

Nickelodeon and Bandai America to continue to serve as the official broadcast partner and global master toy licensee, respectively, for Power Rangers


LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Saban Brands today announced that it has extended agreements with Nickelodeon and Bandai America Incorporated through 2016 for its globally recognized Power Rangers franchise. Nickelodeon and Saban Brands initiated their strategic partnership when Saban re-acquired the Power Rangers brand in 2010 and re-launched the television series with Power Rangers Samurai in 2011. The extension confirms additional seasons of original Power Rangers programming on Nickelodeon through 2016. Additionally, after more than 20 years since the brand’s introduction of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Bandai will continue to act as the global master toy licensee for the Power Rangers franchise.

"Our partnership with Nickelodeon has been instrumental in maintaining the popularity of the Power Rangers brand and introducing the series to a new generation of kids," said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. "Furthermore, our Power Rangers partnership with Bandai has remained strong throughout the past two decades as they continue to develop new products that kids love around the world. We are thrilled to extend the agreements with both Bandai and Nickelodeon, and look forward to continuing these strong partnerships for years to come."

"Our strategic partnership with Saban Brands has proven to be a success with our Nickelodeon audience and we are delighted to continue our collaboration with such an established leader in kids’ entertainment," said Pam Kaufman, Chief Marketing Officer and President of Consumer Products, Nickelodeon Group. "Together, we look forward to delivering more action-packed adventures from this globally recognized franchise."

"Bandai America is incredibly proud to have played a key role in the global success of the Power Rangers over the past 20 years," said Akihiro Sato, CEO of Bandai America Incorporated. "Bandai strives to deliver the most innovative and action-packed toys, and we are excited to continue that great tradition for years to come with the powerful support of Saban Brands and Nickelodeon."

Saban's Power Rangers Megaforce, the 20th anniversary season, currently airs on Nickelodeon Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. (ET/PT). The upcoming installment of the television series, Power Rangers Super Megaforce, will premiere in early 2014.

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About Saban's Power Rangers

Saban's Power Rangers franchise is the brainchild of Haim Saban, creator and producer of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers hit series that launched in 1993. Following its introduction, Power Rangers quickly became the most-watched children's television program in the United States and remains one of the top-rated and longest running boys live-action series in television history. The series follows the adventures of a group of ordinary young people who "morph" into superheroes and save the world from evil. It is seen in more than 150 markets around the world, translated into numerous languages, and is a mainstay in the most prominent international children’s programming blocks. The Power Rangers franchise is celebrating its 20th Anniversary throughout 2013, which started with the launch of its newest season Power Rangers Megaforce on Nickelodeon and other broadcasters worldwide. SCG Power Rangers LLC, which licenses and merchandises the Power Rangers brand, is an affiliate of Saban Brands. For more information, visit www.powerrangers.com.

About Saban Brands

Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company’s experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a global omni-channel management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing, digital and finance. SB's portfolio of properties currently includes Power Rangers, Paul Frank, Vortexx, Zui.com, The Playforge, Julius Jr., Digimon Fusion and Popples. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books, and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

About Bandai America Incorporated

A leader in developing engaging, quality toys that capture children's imaginative spirit and provide endless "Fun For The Future," Bandai America Incorporated is the manufacturer and master toy licensee of some of the most popular brands in children’s toys and interactive entertainment today. The Bandai America brand family includes Power Rangers®, Ben 10™ and Pac-Man and The Ghostly Adventures™, among other boys, girls, preschool and hobby product lines. Bandai America Incorporated is a subsidiary of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings (USA) Inc., an entity that resulted from the integration of Namco Ltd. and Bandai Co. Ltd. of Japan. Global interests encompass three strategic business units: Toys and Hobby, Amusement Facility and Contents. The company is headquartered in Cypress, California. Find out more about our expertise in connecting with kids in fun and fresh ways at www.Bandai.com.

Contact:

Saban Brands
Kelsey Lynch, 310-203-5875
KLynch@sabanbrands.com
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Nickelodeon USA's 3Q13 Performance Nabs The Network Its Highest Quarterly Gains In 16 Years

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has today (Tuesday 1st October 2013) announced in the following press release, from PRNewswire, the exciting Nickelodeon News that, with a new slate of series joining its lineup this summer, Nickelodeon USA (Nick) continued fueling its ratings momentum, closing 3Q13 with its best quarterly year-over-year performance with K2-11 in 16 years (2Q97)! Nick posted double-digit gains with K2-11 (up 12% for the quarter over last year) and with Kids 2-5 (+32%). With total viewers, the network is up +6%. For the year to date, Nickelodeon is up +8% with K2-11 and +6% with total viewers.


Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

Nickelodeon's 3Q13 Performance Nabs Its Highest Quarterly Gains in 16 Years

New Series Sam & Cat, The Haunted Hathaways, Sanjay & Craig and Paw Patrol Fuel Net's Growth

Nick at Nite Ranks as Cable's Top Net with Women 18-49, Posts Double-Digit Gains With A18-49 and Total Viewers for 3Q13

NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- With a new slate of series joining its lineup this summer, Nickelodeon continued fueling its ratings momentum, closing 3Q13 with its best quarterly year-over-year performance with K2-11 in 16 years (2Q97). Nick posted double-digit gains with K2-11 (up 12% for the quarter over last year) and with Kids 2-5 (+32%). With total viewers, the net is up +6%. For the year to date, Nickelodeon is up +8% with K2-11 and +6% with total viewers.

Nickelodeon's quarterly performance was bolstered by the net's new roster of animation and live-action hits. Sam & Cat, which debuted earlier this summer, is a bona fide hit averaging 2.9 million total viewers and up +17% over last year. The Haunted Hathaways, which is growing weekly and averaging 2.4 million total viewers, posted double-digit year over year increases with Kids 6-11 (+12%) with its latest new episode (Saturday, Sept. 28 at 8:30 p.m.). Nickelodeon's new animated hit Sanjay & Craig currently averages 2.9 million total viewers. Additionally, Nickelodeon's latest preschool offering, Paw Patrol, ranks as the net's top preschool series, averaging a 5.8/783K Kids 2-5. The series consistently wins its time period with Kids 2-5 and is a ratings driver for the net's top-rated preschool block (M-F 8:30 a.m.-2p.m. ET/PT), which is up +24% with Kids 2-5 for 3Q13.

Nick at Nite closed third quarter as basic cable's top net with Women 18-49 and posted strong double-digit gains, up +67% with A18-49 and +29% with total viewers. The net's ratings growth was driven by performances from its late-night lineup and new original live-action offerings, including Instant Mom, which premiered on Sept. 29 (8:30 p.m. ET/PT) and posted double-digit gains for, up +12% in delivery with Adults 18-49 and up +18% in rating with K6-11.

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B).

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"Instant Mom" Bows On Nick at Nite USA With Over A Million Total Viewers And Double-Digit Demo Gains On Competitive Night Of Network Premieres

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has today (Tuesday 1st October 2013) announced in the following press release, from PRNewswire, the exciting Nickelodeon News that Nick at Nite's brand-new, live-action family comedy series, "Instant Mom", had a strong debut on Sunday 29th September 2013 at 8:30pm (all times ET/PT), bringing in over a million total viewers and raising both A18-49 and K6-11 viewing levels double digits over last year on a competitive night of broadcast network premieres (CBS's "Amazing Race", ABC's "Once Upon a Time", NBC's airing of "Sunday Night Football")!


The new series, starring and produced by Tia Mowry-Hardrict, drew 1.3 million total viewers and was a strong co-viewing draw with audiences. With Adults 18-49, "Instant Mom" was up over last year +12% in delivery, averaging a .3/351,000; and with K6-11, it was up +18% (2.6/518,000). With Women 18-49, gains were +25% in rating and +13% in delivery (.5/278,000). Additionally, "Instant Mom"'s launch on NickMom that same night at 10pm was the block's highest-rated premiere ever with W18-49 and total viewers.

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

Instant Mom Bows on Nick at Nite With Over a Million Total Viewers and Double-Digit Demo Gains on Competitive Night of Network Premieres

New Series Starring Tia Mowry-Hardrict also Drives Huge Audience Gains on NickMom with Women and Total Viewers

NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Nick at Nite's brand-new, live-action family comedy, Instant Mom, had a strong debut on Sunday, Sept, 29, at 8:30 p.m. (all times ET/PT), bringing in over a million total viewers and raising both A18-49 and K6-11 viewing levels double digits over last year on a competitive night of broadcast network premieres (CBS's Amazing Race, ABC's Once Upon a Time, NBC's airing of Sunday Night Football).

The new series, starring and produced by Tia Mowry-Hardrict, drew 1.3 million total viewers and was a strong co-viewing draw with audiences. With Adults 18-49, Instant Mom was up over last year +12% in delivery, averaging a .3/351,000; and with K6-11, it was up +18% (2.6/518,000). With Women 18-49, gains were +25% in rating and +13% in delivery (.5/278,000). Additionally, Instant Mom's launch on NickMom that same night at 10 p.m. was the block's highest-rated premiere ever with W18-49 and total viewers.

Instant Mom is a multi-camera, scripted half-hour series features Mowry-Hardrict as Stephanie, a party girl who trades in Cosmos for carpools when she marries Charlie (Michael Boatman, Spin City), who already has three kids. Sheryl Lee Ralph (Moesha) stars as Stephanie's mother Maggie, and rounding out the cast are Charlie's three kids played by Sydney Park (CSI: NY), Tylen Williams and Damarr Calhoun. Instant Mom airs on Nick at Nite Sundays at 8:30 p.m. and on the NickMom comedy block on the Nick Jr. channel at 10 p.m. Instant Mom is executive-produced by Howard Michael Gould and Aaron Kaplan.

Nick at Nite is Nickelodeon's nighttime programming block that features popular hit family comedies including the Emmy Award-winning series Friends, My Wife & Kids, George Lopez, The Nanny, Yes, Dear and most recently, See Dad Run.

NickMom is a new primetime ad-supported TV block for moms that airs on the Nick Jr. channel. The block features a mix of original long and short-form programming including talk shows, stand-up and sketch comedy, docu-series and more. Current series on NickMom include: NickMom Night Out, hosted by Sherri Shepherd; Take Me to Your Mother; Parental Discretion with Stefanie Wilder-Taylor and The New Adventures of Old Christine. NickMom is also a comedy and entertainment site with extensive content including short-form video, photos, editorial pieces and games.

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B).

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Nick Jr. UK Announces It's "Peppa Pig" Month On Nick Jr. 2; Rebrands Channel As Nick Jr. Peppa

Nick Jr. UK has announced in a Tweet (post) on their official Twitter profile page (@NickJrUK) that Nick Jr. 2 will be holding a very special "Peppa Pig" month throughout October 2013, where, everyday between 3:00am and 11.59pm, Nick Jr. 2 will be showing back-to-back episodes of the massively popular animated preschool series "Peppa Pig"!

To celebrate "Peppa Pig" taking over Nick Jr. 2 during October 2013, Nickelodeon UK has rebranded Nick Jr. 2 as Nick Jr Peppa. The rebrand features special Nick Jr. Peppa on-air presentation based on Nick Jr. UK's 2013 rebrand, including a logo, a new digital on-screen graphic (DOG)/BUG, idents (station ID), promo endboards and channel bumpers), to coincide with Nick Junior's "Peppa Pig" programming stunt.
All this month Nick Jr. 2 has turned into Nick Jr. Peppa! Our favourite little pig will be on all day every day! http://ow.ly/i/3is8g

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