WWF and WCW high ratings WWF and WCW high ratings WWF and WCW wrestling have the highest rated programming of all cable television. Their shows air throughout the week and have higher ratings than sports on network television.
Many reasons exist for the success of the two organizations.
Wrestling has transformed from a sporting event to a soap opera. Its characters need to be athletic and charismatic on the screen. Some wrestlers have taken the acting experience they have received from the shows and launched movie careers. Both the Rock and Goldberg have co-starred in highly successful films. The soap opera attitude has allowed wrestling to turn from an 18-30 male viewing group, to a show that appeals to the masses.