Popularity comparison

American Idol vs The Walking Dead: Dead City

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedMay 29, 2026

By current Buzz Score, American Idol is the most popular at 1.6, followed by The Walking Dead: Dead City at 1.5. The Walking Dead: Dead City has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 2.2. The Walking Dead: Dead City has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 14.8 during Jun 15 – Jul 14, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 28, 2026

American Idol1.652% · #423 in TV

The Walking Dead: Dead City1.548% · #479 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

American Idol2.049% · #417 in TV

The Walking Dead: Dead City2.251% · #390 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

American Idol6.731% · #1,106 in TV · Apr 21 – May 20, 2025

The Walking Dead: Dead City14.869% · #557 in TV · Jun 15 – Jul 14, 2023

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score