the american telecast on abc drew an average of 48.28 million people over its length, which was a 7% increase from the previous year's ceremony. an estimated 81 million total viewers watched all or part of the awards. the show also drew higher nielsen ratings compared to the previous ceremony with 32.5% of households watching over a 53 share. it also drew a higher 18–49 demographic rating with a 21.7 rating among viewers in that demographic. it was the most watched oscars telecast since the 55th ceremony held in 1983.