The January 21, 2026 episode of AEW Dynamite delivered a memorable night of action, including Brody King stepping up to MJF and calling him out for the AEW World Title.
According to Jed I. Goodman, AEW Dynamite averaged 498,000 viewers on TBS, down from the 526,000 viewers recorded on January 14. In the key P18–49 demographic, the show earned a 0.08 rating, even with the 0.08 posted the previous week.
These numbers reflect traditional linear TV viewership only and do not include any streaming data from MAX or digital platforms.
This week’s episode of AEW Dynamite saw MJF bragging about his AEW World Title run, but Brody King immediately confronted him and called him out for a match. MJF refused to accept his challenge and told King to get more wins to become a proper contender.
Kenny Omega and Josh Alexander also had a solid match that kept fans on the edge of their seat, with Omega picking up the win. This and many other moments took place throughout the night.
AEW Dynamite Week-to-Week Viewership Comparison
| Metric | January 14, 2026 | January 21, 2026 | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Viewers | 526,000 | 498,000 | -28,000 | -5.3% |
| P18–49 Demo Rating | 0.08 | 0.08 | ±0.00 | 0.0% |
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