Is the show really doing that bad?

[DrSpengler]

Originally Posted by Shark_Blade

*all dat SpongeBob*

When it comes to getting animation ratings, I typically go with Nick and More. They cover all the major networks that air animation (CN, Nick, Disney, Hub).

And they adjust for the "SpongeBob factor". As you can see from your rankings, decade-old SpongeBob reruns STILL annihilate the competition, even brand new premier episodes of popular shows.

If you don't adjust for the "SpongeBob factor" it makes every other animated program on television look like its failing, when the reality is it's doing just fine.

SpongeBob is... a freakin' juggernaut. I can't explain it. It just is. You cannot kill SpongeBob. He is invincible. He is Eternal.

Adjusted for SpongeBob, TMNT is doing just fine.