‘Power’ Season 3 Premiere Sets All-Time Viewership Record For Starz

THE 50 CENT PRODUCED DRAMA BRINGS IN BIG NUMBERS

(AllHipHop News) The third season premiere of Power opened with huge numbers.

50 Cent’s drama set the all-time high in viewership for the Starz network.

The July 17 episode totaled 2.26 million live-plus-same-day viewers, the most ever for Starz. Outlander‘s season two premiere was the previous record holder (1.46 million Live + SD).

Power also increased 58% in viewers compared to the season two premiere and 47% in viewers compared to the season two finale.

“We are thrilled Power continues to be a force in its third season with this record setting performance – something very few shows ever achieve,” said Starz President and CEO Chris Albrecht. “We are proud to say the show is must-watch TV and has helped to establish Starz as a Sunday destination for viewers.”