Popularity comparison

Malcolm in the Middle vs Kotaro Lives Alone

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 6, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Malcolm in the Middle is the most popular at 3.2, followed by Kotaro Lives Alone at 0.2. 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 5, 2026

Malcolm in the Middle3.295% · #167 in TV

Kotaro Lives Alone0.25.2% · #1,942 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

Malcolm in the Middle5.896% · #79 in TV

Kotaro Lives Alone0.23.9% · #1,815 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

Malcolm in the Middle21.570% · #383 in TV · Mar 30 – Apr 28, 2026

Kotaro Lives Alone9.030% · #874 in TV · Mar 10 – Apr 8, 2022

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score