Superstation WGN's diverse programming reaches a broad array of viewers in the 18-34, 18-49 and 25-54 demographics. Programming includes national sports, classic modern movies, cable exclusive sitcoms and dramas, original action adventure programs and reality based programming.

Superstation WGN is the home to award winning shows like "Will & Grace," "Becker," "Home Improvement," "Andromeda," "Mutant X," and "The X-Files." The Sharon Osbourne Show also premiered on the network as a cable exclusive.

1. Twenty-five years in the making; Superstation WGN is one of the oldest cable networks launched, viewed in nearly 60 million homes.

2. Superstation WGN's subscribers have continued to increase from year to year, establishing a loyal, national viewership.

3. Viewers rank Superstation WGN in the top third among all cable networks as necessary for the enjoyment of cable.

Source: Beta Research, Nov'02

4. Superstation WGN audience base consists of young affluent families:

  • 55% are Adults 18-49

  •  57% are college educated

  • 44% have a household income over $50,000

  • 38% are in households with 4 or more family members

5. Superstation WGN has a unique loyal audience; nearly 40% unduplicated each week. Homes that receive WGN, watch WGN!

6. Superstation WGN is in the top 15 networks in virtually all time periods with Adults 18-34 and 18-49.

7. Superstation WGN's comedy block (M-F/4-8pm est) attracts the vital young audiences, with a median age of 32.7.

8. Superstation WGN's 700+ movie library consists of blockbuster action, comedy, and family titles-appealing to all viewers.

9. Superstation WGN is a top 3 network for sports broadcasts (total annual hours). Superstation WGN showcases all 30 Big League Baseball teams with a schedule of over 100 games - more than any other national network.

 

  Women Men Adults   Women Men Adults
               
Median Age: 46.1 45.3 45.7 Median Children in HH: 1.9 2.0 1.9
               
Median Household Income: $55,848 $64,620 $60,525 Median Home Value: $143,823 $159,148 $152,128
               
Median Household Size: 2.9 3.0 2.9 College Graduate: 14% 9% 11%
               
               
               
Source: MRI Doublebase 2003
 

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