Global TV Snapshot: Culture, Age
Ratings & Audience Demand

February 3, 2022

Spherex and Parrot Analytics partnered to publish a first-ever report on the connection between local age ratings, cultural factors and TV show audience demand in key markets worldwide. The Global TV Snapshot: Culture, Age Ratings and Audience Demand analyzes the age ratings and cultural content of five popular US-originated TV shows worldwide while considering the audience demand for each show in seven targeted markets.


Spherex and Parrot Analytics selected markets around the world that are varied in cultural norms and have different age rating regulations and compliance requirements. Featured countries include Australia, Brazil, India, Indonesia, South Korea, United Kingdom, and the United States. The analyzed series include “American Horror Story,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” ”House of Cards,” “The Walking Dead,” and “Prison Break.”

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