“How I Met Your Mother” continues to enjoy ratings dominance in the 8PM half-hour; it absolutely dominated the competition on even week-to-week ratings.
“Mother” opened CBS’ comedy block with a 4.5 adults 18-49 rating and 10.5 million viewers. The hold from last week is particularly impressive given the fact that “Two and a Half Men” is still declining as the curiosity buzz for Ashton Kutcher’s role fades. Even with a weaker ‘halo effect’ (6.1 adults 18-49 rating and 17.3 million viewers, as compared to a 7.2 and 20 million last week), “Mother” remains strong.
Lead-out “2 Broke Girls” also held up very well in week three, generating a strong 4.4 adults 18-49 rating with 11.4 million. This show still has time to fall, but as of right now, a full season pickup looks like a guarantee.
“Mike & Molly” followed “Men” with a healthy 4.3 and 13.2 million viewers. “Hawaii 5-0” led out at a timeslot-winning 3.2 with 10.9 millio nviewers.