What is the most-watched TV finale of all time?

The most-watched television series finale of all time is the final episode of MASH***, titled "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen," which aired on February 28, 1983. Facebook +1
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What was the most watched TV series finale in history?

On February 28, 1983, the television series "M*A*S*H" aired its final episode to a record-breaking 105.9 million viewers. It would remain the most watched television broadcast in American history until 2010 when it was surpassed by Super Bowl XLIV in total viewership.
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What is the greatest finale in TV history?

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  1. 'M*A*S*H*' (1972-1983) On February 28, 1983, the final episode of M*A*S*H* aired to an astounding 121.6 million viewers. ...
  2. 'The Sopranos' (1999-2007) ...
  3. 'Six Feet Under' (2001-2005) ...
  4. 'Breaking Bad' (2008-2013) ...
  5. 'Schitt's Creek' (2015-2020)
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What is the most watched episode in TV history of all time?

43 Years Later: Why M*A*S*H's Finale Remains TV's Most-Watched Episode Ever. On Feb. 28, 1983, television did something it almost never does anymore: it stopped the country.
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Is the Mash finale still the most watched episode?

Yes, the MASH* finale, "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen," remains the most-watched episode of any scripted television series in U.S. history, though other single broadcasts (like Super Bowls) have surpassed its total viewership since 1983. It holds the record for the highest-rated single episode and the largest percentage of U.S. households watching a scripted show, numbers unlikely to be matched due to today's fragmented media landscape. 
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Which actor didn't like Alan Alda on MASH?

While Alan Alda generally got along with most of the MASH cast, accounts suggest he had a difficult relationship and professional friction with Wayne Rogers (Trapper John), stemming from Rogers' unhappiness with his character's diminishing role and Alda's increasing prominence, leading to Rogers' departure, though they later reconciled somewhat. Alda also reportedly had ongoing friction with Gary Burghoff (Radar), a challenging dynamic noted by crew and cast, though they were also friends off-set at times, with Burghoff's personal issues impacting his on-set behavior.
 
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Who was the highest paid actor on MASH?

Alan Alda, who played Hawkeye Pierce, was the highest-paid actor on MASH*, eventually earning $225,000 per episode by 1981 and also securing profit participation, making him the highest-paid person in television at the time due to his role as star, writer, and director. 
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What is considered the best TV episode of all time?

There's no single "best" TV episode, but "Ozymandias" from Breaking Bad is consistently cited as a top contender, often holding perfect scores on IMDb and praised for its dramatic perfection,. Other frequently mentioned masterpieces include The Leftovers' "International Assassin," Mad Men's "The Suitcase," Community's "Modern Warfare," and recent acclaimed episodes like The Bear's "Forks" and Succession's "#Connor's Wedding".
 
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What is the #1 TV show of all time?

There's no single "number 1" TV show of all time, as it depends on the ranking criteria (critics, audience, ratings), but The Sopranos, The Wire, and Breaking Bad consistently rank at the top of critic lists, while Breaking Bad, Planet Earth II, and Band of Brothers often lead audience-rated lists on sites like IMDb, with shows like Game of Thrones and The Simpsons also frequently cited. 
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What show lasted the longest?

The Simpsons is one of the longest-running series in TV history. It began in 1987 as a short sketch on the Tracey Ullman Show before entering syndication two years later. And after an impressive 34 seasons, it's still being produced today.
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Which TV show has the saddest ending?

Some of the saddest TV show endings feature poignant goodbyes in Six Feet Under, heartbreaking character deaths in The Sopranos (Adriana) and The Wire (Omar), unexpected tragedy in How I Met Your Mother (Tracy's death), and the environmental doom in Dinosaurs, while others like Game of Thrones are sad due to fan disappointment with character fates.
 
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What is considered the greatest TV series of all time?

Rating of the best TV series of all time: 1. Breaking Bad ('08) 2. Game of Thrones ('11) 3. Chernobyl ('19) 4.
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What is the best series finale ever?

Best series finales I've watched
  • Six Feet Under. Episode: Everyone's Waiting. (2005) ...
  • The Shield. Episode: Family Meeting. (2008) ...
  • The Wire. Episode: -30- (2008) ...
  • The Leftovers. Episode: The Book of Nora. (2017) ...
  • Breaking Bad. Episode: Felina. (2013) ...
  • Mr. Robot. Episode: ...
  • Better Call Saul. Episode: Saul Gone. ...
  • The Office. Episode: Finale.
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What is the most rewatched TV series in history?

The most rewatchable TV series of all time often includes comedies like Seinfeld, The Office, and MASH*, alongside dramas and sci-fi hits like The Sopranos, The Wire, Breaking Bad, Game of Thrones, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Avatar: The Last Airbender, praised for their rich details, timeless humor, compelling characters, and complex worlds that reveal new layers on repeat viewings. The "best" choice depends on whether you prefer comfort viewing or deep analytical dives. 
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What show has the largest fanbase?

Game of Thrones –

It has the most powerful fandom in the world. These fans of Game Of Thrones merchandise have seen everything from the show that has made it a cultural phenomenon.
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What is the most watched TV finale?

No. The most watched series finale in American television history remains the 1983 finale of the CBS war/medical dramedy M*A*S*H, titled "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen".
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What is the most watched TV episode ever?

The most-watched TV episode in U.S. history is the series finale of M\*A\*S\*H, "Goodbye, Farewell and Amen," which aired in 1983 and was watched by an estimated 106 million viewers, a record for a scripted series that still stands, though Super Bowls and major international events (like the Moon Landing) have surpassed it in overall viewership. For scripted television in the U.S., the M\*A\*S\*H finale remains the undisputed champion, drawing nearly 60% of households. 
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Which episode has a 10/10 rating?

While a true, sustained 10/10 on IMDb is rare, Breaking Bad's "Ozymandias" famously held it for years before recent fan campaigns, with other near-perfect episodes often hitting 9.9 or 9.8, including Game of Thrones' "Battle of the Bastards," Better Call Saul's "Plan and Execution," and Mr. Robot's "407 Proxy Authentication Required". Many highly acclaimed episodes from shows like Succession, Bojack Horseman, and Firefly also come close and are considered 10/10 by many fans. 
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What TV has the most episodes ever?

Days of Our Lives. Soap operas continue to hold the top spots for most episodes. Premiering on November 8, 1965, Days of Our Lives has been on the air with over 14,000 episodes.
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What is the most rated episode?

The highest-rated TV episode, especially on IMDb, is widely considered to be "Ozymandias" (Season 4, Episode 14) from Breaking Bad, holding a perfect 10/10 rating for its intense drama and character culmination, though other shows like Game of Thrones, Succession, and Mr. Robot also feature heavily in top-rated lists, with fan favorites like Heated Rivalry sometimes appearing alongside these critically acclaimed episodes. 
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Who did Alan Alda not get along with on MASH?

While Alan Alda had professional disagreements with several co-stars, especially early on with Wayne Rogers (Trapper John) over creative control and starring status, his most publicly strained relationship was with Gary Burghoff (Radar), with Burghoff feeling dislike from Alda and later leaving due to burnout, though Alda also expressed some frustration with Burghoff's difficult on-set behavior, according to various reports and discussions. 
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Who got paid $1 million per episode?

Many top TV stars have earned $1 million or more per episode, including Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Kevin Costner, Mahershala Ali, Chris Pratt, Sylvester Stallone, Jason Sudeikis, Nicole Kidman, Michael Keaton, and the main cast of Friends and The Big Bang Theory, with some like Ray Romano and Kelsey Grammer earning even more in their final seasons, setting precedents for massive TV salaries. 
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Who is the no. 1 flop actor?

There's no single "No. 1 Flop Hero" as it's subjective, but Mithun Chakraborty is often cited for having the most flops (around 180) in Bollywood, while actors like Ben Affleck (Gigli) and Dolph Lundgren have major box office bombs in Hollywood; the title depends on whether you count sheer number, financial loss magnitude, or consecutive failures, with actors like Arjun Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor also mentioned for recent flops. 
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