WWE SmackDown Viewership Climbs: Key Takeaways from September 27 Broadcast

One big thing: SmackDown sees viewership boost

WWE’s Friday Night SmackDown experienced a viewership increase for its September 27 broadcast, drawing 1.568 million viewers, up from 1.494 million the previous week.

By the numbers:

• 1.568 million viewers (up from 1.494 million)
• 0.45 rating in 18-49 demographic (unchanged from previous week)

Key storylines:

• Nia Jax and Tiffany Stratton’s partnership showing cracks
• Andrade and LA Knight’s feud intensifying
• Tensions rising between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens ahead of Bad Blood

Why it matters

SmackDown’s consistent performance cements its status as WWE’s flagship show, providing a strong lead-in to the upcoming Bad Blood Premium Live Event.

The big picture

WWE continues to dominate Friday night programming, maintaining steady viewership in a competitive TV landscape. The show’s ability to build compelling storylines and generate buzz is crucial for WWE’s overall success.

What to watch

• How the Rhodes-Owens tension impacts Bad Blood’s main event
• Potential fallout from the Jax-Stratton alliance breakdown
• Andrade and LA Knight’s rivalry progression

The bottom line

SmackDown’s ratings uptick demonstrates WWE’s ability to create engaging content that resonates with its core audience while potentially attracting new viewers.

What storyline from this week’s SmackDown are you most excited to see develop? Share your thoughts in the comments below!