Long Live the King: King Charles III Reigns Supreme in Christmas TV Ratings

King Charles III has taken the television world by storm, ascending to the throne and capturing the hearts of millions with his Christmas Day message.

The royal's festive address drew an impressive audience of 7.84 million viewers, solidifying his position as the King of Christmas TV Ratings.

But that was just the beginning of his triumph.

A groundbreaking documentary titled “Charles III, The Coronation Year,” which aired on BBC One, provided an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the preparations for the upcoming coronation.

Narrated by the talented actress Helena Bonham Carter, the program offered viewers unprecedented access to King Charles and Queen Camilla, as well as insights from their family and friends.

The documentary beautifully captured candid moments, including a lighthearted scene where King Charles humorously flapped his majestic robe of state and exclaimed, “I can fly!”

It was a delightful glimpse into the lighter side of the King's personality, further endearing him to the audience.

The success of the documentary extended beyond its initial airing.

On Boxing Day, it outshone popular shows like “Death in Paradise,” “EastEnders,” “Coronation Street,” and “Vera,” firmly establishing itself as the most-watched program on December 26th.

This achievement further cemented King Charles's reign over the Christmas TV ratings.

And if that wasn't enough, King Charles's Christmas Day speech proved equally captivating.

Surpassing the highly anticipated “Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special” and “Doctor Who,” the King's address attracted an impressive 5.29 million and 4.73 million viewers, respectively.

In his Christmas message, King Charles delivered a powerful call for peace and compassion in a world plagued by tragic conflicts.

His poignant words resonated with viewers, reaching out in solidarity to troubled regions such as Gaza and Ukraine.

The King invoked the timeless message of peace on earth and goodwill to all, urging people to come together and foster a spirit of unity.

Furthermore, King Charles emphasized the critical need to protect the earth and praised the resilience of communities in times of adversity.

Standing beside a living tree adorned with environmentally friendly decorations, the King passionately advocated for responsible stewardship of the planet.

He called upon people of all faiths and none to join hands in caring for our shared home.

The speech was interwoven with footage from King Charles's coronation in May, offering intimate glimpses into his life alongside Queen Camilla and the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children.