Popularity comparison

The Strain vs Penny Dreadful

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 30, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Strain is the most popular at 1.0, followed by Penny Dreadful at 0.8. The Strain has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 1.7. Penny Dreadful has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 10.7 during Apr 19 – May 18, 2020.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 29, 2026

The Strain1.055% · #668 in TV

Penny Dreadful0.845% · #787 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Strain1.762% · #498 in TV

Penny Dreadful1.138% · #787 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Strain3.726% · #1,578 in TV · Aug 10 – Sep 8, 2025

Penny Dreadful10.774% · #777 in TV · Apr 19 – May 18, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score