2×11

2×11 refers to a common format for television programming, specifically a show that runs for approximately 22 minutes within a one-hour time slot, often paired with another program of similar length to fill the hour. This format is prevalent in North American television scheduling. The "2×11" structure allows for commercial breaks, station identification, and sometimes a short lead-in or outro for adjacent programming. It is distinct from shows that occupy a full hour or are designed for shorter formats like 30-minute or 15-minute slots. This scheduling convention aims to maximize advertising revenue and viewer engagement by breaking up longer content with commercial interruptions. The actual runtime can vary slightly due to network pacing and the length of commercial breaks, but the 22-minute core programming block is the defining characteristic. This format is widely used for sitcoms, dramas, and other narrative television series.