Popularity comparison

Riverdale vs Cruel Summer

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 6, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Riverdale is the most popular at 2.2, followed by Cruel Summer at 1.8. Riverdale has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 1.6. Cruel Summer has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 28.8 during Apr 21 – May 20, 2021.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 5, 2026

Riverdale2.255% · #300 in TV

Cruel Summer1.845% · #384 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

Riverdale1.670% · #543 in TV

Cruel Summer0.730% · #1,078 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

Riverdale27.449% · #277 in TV · Mar 11 – Apr 9, 2020

Cruel Summer28.851% · #260 in TV · Apr 21 – May 20, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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