HBO Shows 'Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' and 'The Pitt' Season 2 Attract Massive Audiences

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HBO and HBO Max programming are experiencing major success, with 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' averaging close to 13 million U.S. viewers per episode and 'The Pitt' Season 2 averaging approximately 12 million viewers per episode - a 50% increase over the show's freshman season.

Why it matters

These viewership numbers demonstrate the continued popularity and demand for HBO's premium content, solidifying the network's position as a leading destination for high-quality television programming.

The details

According to HBO, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' is on pace to be the third biggest series debut in the history of HBO Max, with five of the first season's six episodes available to date. The season finale is set to air on Feb. 22. Meanwhile, Season 2 of 'The Pitt' has seen a 50% increase in viewership compared to its first season, with the show also experiencing week-to-week growth.

• The season finale of 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' is due to air on Feb. 22.
• Episode 5 of 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms', titled 'In the Name of the Mother', has pulled in 9.2 million U.S. cross-platform viewers in its first three days of availability.
• Episode 6 of 'The Pitt' Season 2 has drawn 7 million U.S. viewers in its first three days.