The TV ratings for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, showcased a fierce competition between two major events: the premiere of the reality show L’Isola dei Famosi on Canale 5 and the 70th edition of the David di Donatello awards on Rai 1. Both programs attracted a significant number of viewers, but it was L’Isola dei Famosi that emerged as the clear winner in the ratings battle.
During the prime time slot, the David di Donatello awards, hosted by Mika and Elena Sofia Ricci, managed to draw in 1,451,000 viewers, achieving a 13% share. This annual event is a highlight in the Italian film industry, celebrating outstanding achievements in cinema. Despite the impressive viewership, the awards ceremony was overshadowed by the strong debut of L’Isola dei Famosi, which captivated 2,039,000 viewers and secured an 18.9% share, marking a successful return for the reality series.
The premiere of L’Isola dei Famosi, hosted by Veronica Gentili, featured a mix of contestants, including celebrities and public figures, and was highly anticipated following last year’s edition, which debuted with a 20% share. This year, the show kicked off with a notable performance, indicating a solid interest in reality television among Italian audiences.
In contrast, the finale of Mare Fuori on Rai 2 attracted 766,000 viewers and a 4.8% share, demonstrating a decline in interest compared to its previous episodes. Meanwhile, on Italia 1, the film Jason Bourne kept 927,000 viewers engaged, achieving a 5.6% share. Other notable performances included Chi l’ha visto? on Rai 3, which drew 1,508,000 viewers and a 9.9% share, and Fuori dal Coro on Rete 4, which gathered 897,000 viewers and a 6.7% share.
On La7, the program Una giornata particolare managed to attract 933,000 viewers, resulting in a 5.4% share, while 4 Ristoranti on TV8 had a modest audience of 482,000 viewers and a 3.3% share. The film Kong: Skull Island on channel 20 garnered 329,000 viewers, achieving a 1.9% share.
In the access prime time segment, Affari Tuoi led with an impressive 5,709,000 viewers and a 28.3% share, showcasing its continued popularity among viewers. The special edition of Tg1 also performed well, attracting 5,851,000 viewers and a 27.4% share. In comparison, Striscia la Notizia on Canale 5 attracted 2,546,000 viewers, achieving a 12.2% share, which placed it behind its competitors.
Overall, the ratings from May 7 highlighted the competitive landscape of Italian television, with L’Isola dei Famosi taking the lead in a night filled with diverse programming options. The contrasting performances of established shows and new entries reflect the dynamic nature of viewer preferences in the current media landscape.
As the television season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these ratings evolve and whether L’Isola dei Famosi can maintain its momentum or if other programs will rise to challenge its popularity. With the ongoing competition among networks, viewers can expect more exciting programming in the weeks to come.
