The December 17, 2025 episode of AEW Dynamite delivered a memorable night of action, including MJF making his shocking return after almost three months away from television. However, the episode saw a decline in ratings.
According to Dave Meltzer, AEW Dynamite averaged 511,000 viewers on TBS, down from the 516,000 viewers recorded on December 10, 2025. In the key P18–49 demographic, the show earned a 0.08 rating, slipping from the 0.09 rating posted the previous week.
These numbers reflect traditional linear TV viewership only and do not include any streaming data from MAX or digital platforms.
AEW Dynamite continues to deliver standout matches and headline-worthy segments each week. With growing momentum and rising interest across both divisions, the December 17 episode helped kick AEW into gear as the year winds down.
AEW Dynamite December 17, 2025: Viewership and Highlights
This week’s episode of AEW Dynamite saw MJF making his return, interrupting the contract signing between Samoa Joe, “Hangman” Adam Page, and Swerve Strickland to insert himself into the AEW World Title picture at Worlds End.
FTR also retained the AEW World Tag Team Championships against the Bang Bang Gang in a solid tag team bout. This and many other moments took place throughout the night.
AEW Dynamite Week-to-Week Viewership Comparison
| Metric | December 10, 2025 | December 17, 2025 | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 516,000 | 511,000 | -5,000 | -0.01 |
| P18–49 Demo Rating | 0.09 | 0.08 | -0.01 | -11.1% |
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December 20, 2025 1:50 pm
