On Thursday, February 20, 2025, "The Five" on Fox News Channel maintained its position as a ratings powerhouse in the cable news landscape.
Airing at 5 p.m. ET, the program—featuring a rotating panel of co-hosts discussing current events and political issues—drew an impressive 4.672 million total viewers, according to posts found on X citing preliminary data. This performance made it the most-watched cable news show of the evening, reinforcing its status as a dominant force in Fox News’ lineup.
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The show’s strong viewership aligns with broader trends observed in early 2025, where "The Five" consistently led cable news ratings. For context, reports from earlier in February (e.g., the week of February 10) noted the program averaging 4.727 million viewers, securing the top spot among cable news broadcasts. Its appeal in the Adults 25-54 demographic, a key metric for advertisers, was also notable, with an average of 514,000 viewers in that group during the February 10 week. While specific demographic data for February 20 isn’t fully detailed in available sources, the show’s robust total viewer numbers suggest it likely retained significant traction in this coveted category as well.
"The Five" outperforming its competitors on Thursday evening underscores Fox News’ continued dominance over rivals like MSNBC and CNN. Posts on X highlighted that Fox News claimed the top five most-watched hours that night, with "The Five" leading, followed by "Jesse Watters Primetime" (3.738 million), "Special Report with Bret Baier" (3.475 million), "The Ingraham Angle" (3.444 million), and "Gutfeld!" (3.022 million). This sweep reflects the network’s strong hold on the cable news audience, particularly during a period of heightened political interest under the Trump administration.
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