The Gilded Age’s HBO return is highly anticipated after a dramatic Season 3 finale left key characters’ fates uncertain. Created by Julian Fellowes, the period drama follows the elite families of 1880s New York,

In the season 4 renewal announcement, Erin Underhill, president of Universal Television, said, "Thanks to [Fellowes] and the phenomenally talented cast and crew, each season of The Gilded Age delivers stories rich in drama and history, stellar performances and stunning production value."

The steady week-over-week growth resulted in an 88% jump from premiere (2.7 million) to finale (5 million). You can see the viewership numbers episode by episode below. By Episode 303, The Gilded Age had matched the previous multi-platform series high posted by the Season 2 finale, setting a string of new high marks since.