AEW Dynamite Sees Viewership Surge for May 14 Beach Break Special – AEW Dynamite experienced a significant boost in viewership for its May 14 “Beach Break” episode, drawing 682,000 viewers on TBS, according to Wrestlenomics. This marks a notable increase from the 629,000 viewers the show pulled in on May 7.
The episode also improved in the key 18–49 demographic, scoring a 0.17 rating—up from last week’s 0.16. Dynamite ranked third on all of cable television Wednesday night, trailing only major playoff matchups: the NBA game between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics on TNT (1.44 demo rating) and the NHL clash between the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs on ESPN (0.32 demo rating).
This week’s viewership represents the highest total audience for Dynamite since the September 25, 2024, episode, signaling positive momentum heading into AEW’s Double or Nothing season. The show was also simulcast on Max, although streaming numbers for that platform have not been disclosed.
Most Viewed AEW Dynamite Beach Break (5/14) Videos on YouTube
- BEDLAM! Jon Moxley & Samoa Joe go to WAR in a STEEL CAGE! (502K views)
- HE’S IN?! The Hurt Syndicate give MJF three thumbs up — here’s his reaction! (304K views)
- FRIENDS OR FOES? Will Ospreay & Hangman Page battle the Don Callis Family! (118K views)
- Mina Shirakawa pins AEW Women’s World Champion, Toni Storm, in an Eliminator! (116K views)
- Will Nigel McGuinness step back into the ring w/ Daniel Garcia vs FTR? (84K views)
With its Beach Break edition generating buzz and improved metrics, AEW appears to be regaining some traction in the weekly ratings battle.
AEW Dynamite Sees Viewership Surge for May 14 Beach Break Special
