You might be a detective or a dreamer, maybe even a trendsetter when it comes to watching your favourite TV shows and films on Sky, Netflix and the BBC.
It comes as Sky has recently published its bi-annual Attention Index report, which looks to lift the lid on where UK audiences are placing their attention, how they’re connecting, and what that means for the future of TV and connectivity.
The report has analysed consumer habits based on a nationally representative poll of over 4,158 UK adults and whilst the data reveals that Brits are obsessed with TV, it also unveils the four new distinct viewing personalities that define how audiences engage with media today, as well as revealing some surprising generational differences.
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Read the latest Attention Index report online before you take the Sky quiz below.
What kind of TV personality are you? Take this quiz
1. When you watch TV, what’s your primary motivation?
- A) To stay informed and learn something new
- B) To escape from reality and immerse myself in a different world
- C) To check out the latest buzz-worthy shows everyone’s talking about
- D) To relax with something that doesn’t require much thought
2. Which best describes your viewing habits?
- A) I prefer traditional live broadcast TV and rarely binge-watch
- B) I can easily watch an entire series in one sitting if I’m invested
- C) I actively seek out acclaimed content and hidden gems
- D) I stick to my favourite channels and shows I know I’ll enjoy
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3. How do you typically watch TV?
- A) With full attention, often discussing what I’m watching afterwards
- B) Fully immersed, though I might check my phone during slower moments
- C) I’m always on the lookout for interesting details and cultural references
- D) In the background while doing other things around the house
4. Has a TV show or movie ever influenced you to do something new?
- A) Yes, I’ve researched topics or visited places I saw in documentaries
- B) Yes, I’ve often imagined myself in the world of my favourite shows
- C) Yes, I’ve changed my style, tried new recipes and picked up new hobbies
- D) No, I enjoy TV, but it hasn’t influenced my lifestyle choices
5. What genre do you gravitate toward most?
- A) News and documentaries
- B) Drama, mystery, and thrillers
- C) Dramas and comedies
- D) Classics and easy-watching shows
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And that’s the end – are you a casual TV personality? See what your choices mean below, along with TV and film recommendations across the likes of ITV, HBO and more.
Mostly A’s – you’re a DETECTIVE (24% of the population): You are curious and driven by an insatiable appetite to stay informed. When it comes to your viewing habits, you like to stay inside the lines, preferring to watch traditional live broadcast TV. You make up more than two-thirds (67%) of Brits who say they do so multiple times a week. You like to watch TV with a purpose, such as news updates and well-crafted documentaries – binge-watching is a big turn-off for you.
Recommended shows for The Detectives: Gangs of London (Sky), True Detective (HBO), Blue Planet (BBC), Mr Bates vs the Post Office (ITV).
Recommended shows for The Dreamers: Sweetpea (Sky), The White Lotus (HBO), House of the Dragon (HBO), Wicked (Universal), Bridgerton (Netflix).
Mostly C’s – you’re a TRENDSETTER (34% of the population): You make up over a third (34%) of the population and lead the way when it comes to having your finger on the pulse of the latest and greatest shows and films. When trying to find new content to watch, you (like 89% of Brits in this group) enjoy buzz-worthy content and seek out hidden gems. You are an avid content consumer, whether that’s tuning in to globally acclaimed series or award-winning films.
Recommended shows for The Trendsetters: The Day of the Jackal (Sky), Game of Thrones (HBO), Adolescence (Netflix), Line of Duty (BBC), Succession (HBO).
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Mostly D’s – you’re a CASUAL (14% of the population): While your relationship with TV is casual, it’s also long-term. You are more likely to passively watch TV but appreciate the simplicity of your favourite shows. You’re “choosy” when it comes to deciding what to watch and could be among the rare few (one in 10) people to say you never watch TV with their full attention.
Recommended shows for The Casuals – Sky News (Sky), Emmerdale (ITV), Bargain Hunt (BBC), Only Fools and Horses (U&GOLD), Downton Abbey (ITV).
Did you score mostly A, B, C or D? Let us know in the comments below.
