Impact of March Madness on Popular TV Shows
The annual NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, popularly known as March Madness, has caused temporary disruptions to the airing schedules of several popular television shows in 2025. This adjustment typically happens to accommodate the live broadcasting of basketball games, which command significant viewership across the United States.
New Episode Release Dates
Fans of regularly scheduled TV series can expect a resumption of their favorite shows following the conclusion of March Madness. Shows affected include:
- Grey’s Anatomy – New episodes will return on the first Thursday after the championship game.
- This Is Us – The show will continue with new episodes starting the following Tuesday after March Madness ends.
- The Bachelor – Viewers can expect the season to pick up again on its usual Monday slot post-tournament.
Networks often plan these breaks to minimize conflicts with the extensive viewership drawn by the NCAA tournament games, ensuring that both sports fans and regular viewers can enjoy their preferred content without significant overlaps.