According to Deadline, the HBO finance drama Industry has hit a new milestone with its third episode of season 3, drawing a record-breaking audience of 370,000 cross-platform viewers on Sunday night, according to figures from Nielsen and Warner Bros. Discovery. This episode, which marked a crucial turning point in the career of the show’s central character, Harper Stern, portrayed by Myha’la Herrold (Modern Love, Premature, The Tattooed), was directed by Zoe Wittock (Jumbo, RED 2, The Missing). Harper’s journey after leaving Pierpoint & Co., the fictional investment bank where the series is set, has captivated audiences, contributing to the show’s growing popularity.

As mentioned by Deadline, The viewership numbers for this latest episode represent a significant increase from the season 3 premiere, which attracted 300,000 viewers on its initial airing. This boost is particularly encouraging for the series, which has seen a steady rise in its audience since its debut. HBO reports that the premiere episode of season 3 is currently tracking around 1.4 million viewers across all platforms. This is a marked improvement over the previous season, which saw approximately 900,000 viewers for its debut episode within the same timeframe.

While these numbers might seem modest compared to some of HBO’s other flagship Sunday night offerings, such as House of the Dragon, which drew 8.9 million viewers for its season 2 finale, Industry was never expected to compete at that level. According to Deadline, the series, which is not tied to any major intellectual property and features a relatively young and initially unknown cast, has built a dedicated following over its first two seasons. Initially aired on Monday nights, the show has steadily gained traction, and its move to the coveted Sunday night slot was a strategic decision by HBO to increase its visibility.

The gamble appears to be paying off. The show’s placement in HBO’s prime time slot has brought it increased attention, as mentioned by Deadline and its audience continues to grow. With a total of eight episodes in season 3, the series is building momentum as it heads towards its finale, scheduled for September 29.

Industry, created by Mickey Down (The Avengers, Gregor, You, Me, And The Apocalypse) and Konrad Kay (The Avengers, Gregor), is set in the high-pressure world of international finance. The series explores the cutthroat environment at Pierpoint & Co.’s London office, where ambitious young bankers navigate the challenges of the financial world.

As mentioned by Deadline, the ensemble cast for seasons 3 includes Conor MacNeill (The Tourist, Rebellion, Whole Lotta Sole), Sagar Radia (Unicorns, Lucky Man, The Good Karma Hospital), Indy Lewis (House Of David, King And Conqueror), Adam Levy (Making The Witcher, Before I Go To Sleep, I’ll Find You), Sarah Parish (The Wedding Date, The Holiday, Blackpool), Trevor White (Jamesy Boy, Feel Your Memories, Mad To Be Normal), and Irfan Shamji (Red Joan, It’s Me Sugar, Informer). Newcomers to the series this season are Miriam Petche, Roger Barclay, Fady Elsayed, Fiona Button, and Sarah Goldberg.

As Industry continues to gain recognition and build its audience, the series is positioning itself as a compelling drama in HBO’s lineup, offering a unique and gripping portrayal of the high-stakes world of finance.