event television

noun

1. television programmes focusing on events that attract media attention and high ratings

Example Sentences

“Conan has all the qualities of a great Oscars host — he is incredibly witty, charismatic and funny and has proven himself to be a master of live event television,” the show’s executive producers, Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan, said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times

The second series has been hailed as a celebration of event television in an age of streaming and catch-up.

From BBC

But if only one character has to be sacrificed to the gods of event television, my vote's for Wendy.

From Salon

"When deciding how to produce the Oscars, we recognize it’s a live event television show and we must prioritize the television audience to increase viewer engagement and keep the show vital, kinetic, and relevant," wrote Rubin.

From Fox News

When deciding how to produce the Oscars, we recognize it’s a live event television show and we must prioritize the television audience to increase viewer engagement and keep the show vital, kinetic, and relevant.

From Los Angeles Times