TV Ratings: TVD Defeats NBC, ABC

It was another strong showing for The Vampire Diaries Season 5 last night, as the latest installment of this CW smash earned a 1.3 rating among 18-49-year olds.

The series easily out-rated NBC and ABC in this key demographic during the hour.

Elsewhere: Grey's Anatomy fell to a series low, while Scandal remained strong and steady, while Parks and Recreation dropped again...

8 p.m.
The Vampire Diaries: 2.9 million viewers
Once Upon a Time in Wonderland: 3.5 million
The X Factor: 5.8 million
The Big Bang Theory: 18.5 million/The Millers: 12 million
Parks and Recreation: 2.7 million

9 p.m.
Grey's Anatomy: 8.4 million
Glee: 4.4 million
Reign: 2.1 million
Sean Saves the World: 2.9 million/The Michael J. Fox Show: 2.8 million
The Crazy Ones: 8.7 million/Two and a Half Men: 8.6 million

10 p.m.
Scandal: 8.8 million
Elementary: 9.1 million
Parenthood: 3.6 million

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