Oh dear... The X Factor took yet another blow in the ratings, recording a new series low as only 5.4 million viewers stayed in to watch its first live show last night.
'This Is Me' week averaged 5.39 million (27.4%) from 8pm (+1: 240k/1.4%), as Strictly Come Dancing thrashed it by nearly 4 million, according to overnight figures.
BBC One's Strictly remained steady week-on-week, thrilling 9.35 million (45.9%) from 6.35pm for its Halloween-themed show.
Doctor Who suffered a drop for its latest episode, appealing to 3.87 million (19.4%), and Casualty treated 3.65 million (18.5%).
On BBC Two, a Dad's Army repeat entertained 1.83 million (9.2%). It was followed by The Dresser, which was watched by 1 million (5.4%) from 9pm.
ITV's The Jonathan Ross Show managed 2.12 million (15.8%) after The X Factor.
Over on Channel 4, How to Be a Queen: 63 Years and Counting took 1.1 million (5.4%) from 8pm, with It Was Alright In drawing 962k (5.2%) afterwards.
