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'Señor De Los Cielos' Season 9 Premieres to High Ratings, Fuels Telemundo's Primetime Slot

Published February 18, 2024

The television landscape witnessed a significant uptick as Telemundo's iconic series El Señor de los Cielos ('The Lord of the Skies') returned for its much-anticipated ninth season. The premiere captured the audience's attention, signaling a triumphant revival of the primetime 10 pm timeslot that the series had dominated for its first seven season runs. Such a strong beginning positions this season to potentially sustain, and even grow, its viewership in the competitive television market.

Impact of 'El Señor de los Cielos' on Telemundo's Primetime

In restoring El Señor de los Cielos to its original timeslot, Telemundo has revitalized a strategy that proved successful in the past. The bold narrative and return of cherished characters within the series have not only enticed long-time fans but have also drawn in new viewers, thus bolstering its ratings and reinforcing the network's presence in the primetime slots. This achievement underscores the enduring appeal and the strong fan base of the franchise.

Investment Relevance

While Telemundo's success with El Señor de los Cielos might seem distant from financial markets, it can have indirect implications for investors in media and entertainment stocks, such as those of Alphabet Inc. GOOG and Meta Platforms, Inc. META. Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google and a myriad of former Google subsidiaries, stands as one of the world's largest technology companies, with Google co-founders maintaining a significant influence. Similarly, META, known for connecting people around the globe through its various digital platforms, indicative of its substantial footprint in Menlo Park, California, could see ripple effects from changes in media consumption and advertising patterns influenced by high-profile television content like El Señor de los Cielos.

Television, Ratings, Telemundo