Popularity comparison

Malcolm in the Middle vs Freaks and Geeks

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 3, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Malcolm in the Middle is the most popular at 3.3, followed by Freaks and Geeks at 0.9. Malcolm in the Middle has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 5.8. Malcolm in the Middle has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 21.5 during Mar 30 – Apr 28, 2026.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 2, 2026

Malcolm in the Middle3.378% · #169 in TV

Freaks and Geeks0.922% · #750 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

Malcolm in the Middle5.882% · #78 in TV

Freaks and Geeks1.318% · #673 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

Malcolm in the Middle21.576% · #383 in TV · Mar 30 – Apr 28, 2026

Freaks and Geeks7.024% · #1,075 in TV · Jan 25 – Feb 23, 2021

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score