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Netflix NFL Opener In Australia Draws 18.5M Viewers, Extending League’s Muted Start To Season

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What happened

Netflix drew an average audience of 18.5 million for its live coverage of the first NFL game played in Australia, according to Nielsen.

The viewership of the San Francisco 49ers-L.A.

Key facts

  • Netflix drew an average audience of 18.5 million for its live coverage of the first NFL game played in Australia, according to Nielsen.
  • The viewership of the San Francisco 49ers-L.A.
  • Reported by Deadline and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:36:06 UTC.

Why it matters

Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.

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  • Opening figures and audience reception
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  4. Yuri Nakamura Dies: Star Of Netflix Series ‘Romantics Anonymous’ Was 44

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