Primetime in Paris Tonight: NBC Olympics Coverage and Schedule

NBC's primetime Olympic coverage

• Start time: NBC's primetime coverage begins at 8 p.m. ET/PT, bringing primetime in Paris tonight to viewers
• Main events on the NBC Olympics primetime schedule:
  • Men's 100m butterfly final (swimming) at 8 p.m. ET
  • Men's shot put final (track and field)
  • Women's vault final (gymnastics)
• Host: Mike Tirico, the voice of the Olympics, will host from the Trocadero in Paris, enhancing the primetime in Paris tonight experience

Viewing options for Paris Olympics TV coverage tonight

• TV: Watch primetime in Paris tonight on NBC
• Streaming: Access the NBC Olympics primetime schedule on:
  • NBC app
  • NBC Olympics app
  • NBCOlympics.com (login with TV provider credentials)
  • Peacock
  • Fubo (free trial available)

Primetime coverage highlights

• "Event of the Night": Featured in the third hour of the primetime in Paris tonight show with limited commercial interruption
• Opening segment: The NBC Olympics primetime schedule typically begins with a gold medal victory from the day's competition within the first 10 minutes
• Special feature: Snoop Dogg will join most nights of Paris Olympics TV coverage tonight with reports on Olympic competitions, athlete interviews, and Paris sightseeing

Ratings and viewership

• NBC's primetime Olympic coverage, including primetime in Paris tonight, is dominating 2024 ratings:
  • Averaging 13 million viewers each night
  • Accounts for 12 of the 19 most-watched primetime shows in 2024 (excluding NFL)
• Combined live Paris Prime (2-5 p.m. ET) and U.S. primetime (8-11 p.m. ET/PT) averaged 32.2 million viewers over the first 12 days, up 77% from Tokyo 2020, highlighting the popularity of the NBC Olympics primetime schedule

FAQ

What time does primetime in Paris tonight start on NBC?

NBC's primetime coverage of the Paris Olympics begins at 8 p.m. ET/PT tonight.

What are the main events featured in the NBC Olympics primetime schedule tonight?

The main events include the men's 100m butterfly final in swimming, the men's shot put final in track and field, and the women's vault final in gymnastics.

How can I watch the Paris Olympics TV coverage tonight?

You can watch on NBC or stream through the NBC app, NBC Olympics app, NBCOlympics.com, Peacock, or Fubo.

Who is hosting the primetime in Paris tonight coverage?

Mike Tirico will be hosting the primetime coverage from the Trocadero in Paris.

Is there anything special about the NBC Olympics primetime schedule format?

Yes, the coverage includes an "Event of the Night" in the third hour with limited commercial interruption, and Snoop Dogg will join most nights with special reports and interviews.