BARB will make the UK Netflix (and other) viewing figures ‘widely available’

As noted here, Netflix (and others) will be reporting UK viewing data to BARB (Broadcaster’s Audience Research Board). In what I think is even better news, for dabblers such as myself, is a commitment by BARB to make figures ‘widely available‘.

The article is worth reading, but if you’re in a rush, the key facts are:

BARB will also deliver the definitive report of the most-watched shows each week by extending its weekly reporting of the top 50 shows on its website (1) to incorporate shows across all broadcast channels and SVOD services, including the three leading SVOD providers: Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and Netflix (should they feature in the week’s top 50). The first comprehensive report of the most-watched shows across all linear and on-demand services will be available on November 15th, for viewing during the week ending November 6th. 

The second report will be available on November 22nd, for viewing during the week ending November 13th. This will potentially include viewing to the fifth series of The Crown on Netflix following its November 9th launch.

So keep your eyes peeled in two weeks time!