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Fantástico faces historic viewership decline amid streaming competition
The TV Globo program ‘Fantástico’ is facing a significant decline in viewership, potentially recording its lowest ratings in its 53-year history by the end of 2026. According to Ibope data, the show averaged 14.7 points in July. The decline, which has been ongoing since 2022, is attributed to the rise of streaming services, with the program suffering eight consecutive Sunday night losses to digital platforms.
Historically, the show has overcome competition from networks like SBT, but current challenges involve a shift in audience habits toward the internet. Efforts to adjust the program's tone, including a move toward more police-related content, were reportedly unsuccessful, leading to a recent shift back toward entertainment.
Amidst these ratings challenges, presenter Maju Coutinho announced during a recent broadcast that she will be taking a temporary leave of absence for vacation.
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Fantástico · Maju Coutinho · Poliana Abritta · SBT · TV Globo
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Maju Coutinho announced she is going on vacation for the next few days. www.maisnovela.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The program recorded an average of 14.7 rating points in July. www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · veja.abril.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The program may end 2026 with the lowest viewership in its 53-year history. www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · veja.abril.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] The program suffered eight consecutive defeats to streaming platforms on Sunday nights. www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · veja.abril.com.br