French television audiences are showing a familiar pattern as the fall season settles in: established game shows remain reliable draws, even as newer offerings and talk programs face a competitive landscape. Recent figures from Médiamétrie, the French audience measurement company, reveal a dip for France 2’s “Tout le monde a son mot à dire,” while W9’s “Cyril et la famille” continues to build momentum, reaching a new high in viewership. The shifting numbers highlight the ongoing challenge for broadcasters to capture and retain viewers in an increasingly fragmented media environment.
The pre-access slot – the programming block immediately before the evening news – is a key battleground for French channels. “N’oubliez pas les paroles” on France 2 continues to perform strongly, attracting 2.21 million viewers (14.9% audience share) during its 7:14-7:49 PM slot, though it experienced a slight decline of 1.4 percentage points compared to the previous day. The earlier portion of the show, airing from 6:39-7:12 PM, also saw a similar drop, reaching 1.44 million viewers (12.3%). This consistent performance underscores the enduring appeal of music-based quiz shows in France. Understanding these audience trends is crucial for networks as they plan future programming strategies.
A Low Point for “Tout le monde a son mot à dire”
However, the same cannot be said for “Tout le monde a son mot à dire,” hosted by Bruno Guillon and Sidonie Bonnec. The show recorded its lowest viewership since September, attracting just 849,000 viewers (9.6% audience share) between 6:03-6:33 PM. This represents a significant drop and a loss of 1.3 percentage points from Monday’s broadcast. The decline raises questions about the show’s format and its ability to compete with other offerings in the pre-access slot. The program relies on audience participation and quick-fire word association, but recent data suggests viewers are tuning elsewhere.
Cyril Hanouna’s Continued Success on W9
In contrast, Cyril Hanouna’s programs on W9 are thriving. “Cyril et la famille” is consistently drawing a substantial audience, and the latest figures demonstrate continued growth. The first part of the show (6:44-7:11 PM) reached 622,000 viewers (5.2%), while the second part (7:18-7:46 PM) attracted 972,000 viewers (6.5%). Notably, “Cyril et la famille – P1” achieved a record high for the program. Adding to W9’s success, “Tout beau, tout neuf – P1” (7:46-8:06 PM) also hit a record, despite losing 120,000 viewers, reaching 1.27 million (7.5%). Hanouna’s ability to connect with viewers through a mix of games, interviews, and lighthearted entertainment appears to be a winning formula. Cyril Hanouna’s influence on French television is undeniable.
Mixed Results for Other Channels
Elsewhere, France 3’s “Slam,” hosted by Théo Curin, maintained a relatively stable performance, reaching 1.01 million viewers (10.9%) between 6:03-6:44 PM. However, “Duels en familles” with Cyril Féraud saw a dip, falling below 10% audience share with 630,000 viewers (9.2%), a decrease of 1.4 percentage points. M6’s “La roue de la fortune” saw a slight increase, attracting 919,000 viewers (12.1%), while “La meilleure boulangerie de France” experienced a small decline to 1.17 million (9.4%).
News and Talk Shows See Varied Performance
The evening news programs offered a more stable picture. France 3’s “Ici 19/20 journal régional” saw an increase, reaching 2.13 million viewers (14.5%), while Arte’s “Arte journal” also experienced a boost, attracting 585,000 viewers (3.5%). In the talk show arena, TMC’s “Quotidien” – part 1 – saw a decrease, reaching 849,000 viewers (5.4%). France 5’s “C dans l’air” with Caroline Roux continued its upward trend, reaching 1.13 million (12.8%), while “C à vous” experienced a slight decline to 1.02 million (7.2%).
The performance of TF1’s daily dramas, “Demain nous appartient” (2.30 million, 15.5%) and “Ici tout commence” (2.01 million, 17.2%), indicates a continued appetite for long-running serials. TF1’s reality show, “Familles nombreuses : la vie en XXL,” however, remains under pressure, failing to break the 10% audience share mark. W9’s “The Power” continues to find a niche audience, stabilizing around 240,000 viewers (2.9%).
These audience figures, compiled by Médiamétrie, provide a snapshot of the French television landscape. The coming weeks will be crucial for France 2 as it seeks to revitalize “Tout le monde a son mot à dire” and regain lost ground. The continued success of Cyril Hanouna’s programs on W9, meanwhile, suggests a strong demand for his brand of entertainment. The next set of audience data, expected in early November, will offer further insights into these evolving trends and the strategies networks are employing to capture the attention of French viewers.
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