televisionsprogram

A television program, or TV program, is any content produced for broadcast on television or streamed to viewers via on-demand platforms. It can be a single broadcast, a series of episodes, or a live event, and it may span genres such as drama, comedy, news, documentary, sports, and children's programming. Programs are produced by networks, studios, or independent producers and distributed to audiences through traditional broadcast, cable, satellite, or internet streaming. In some languages, such as Danish or Norwegian, the compound term similar to televisionsprogram is used to describe the same concept.

Production: In the pre-production stage, concept development, scripting, planning, casting; production involves filming or recording; post-production includes editing, sound design, music, effects, and color grading. Programs typically have a format (runtime, structure), seasons or cycles, and may include recurring characters or hosts.

Distribution and scheduling: Traditional broadcasters schedule programs in time slots; streaming platforms release full seasons or episodes on demand. Rights and distribution may vary by region and platform; programs can be syndicated, licensed to other networks, or sold internationally; live programming requires real-time transmission or near-live streaming.

Impact and metrics: Audience measurement uses ratings, shares, and reach in linear TV, while streaming relies on engagement metrics, subscribers, and completion rates. The rise of digital platforms has changed production and distribution, leading to bingeable seasons, multi-platform distribution, and international co-productions.