Sports & Entertainment

We learn the most about individuals watching how they invest their free hours. At The Harris Poll, we closely track trends in consumer spending on, and sentiment towards, sports and other forms of entertainment.

Throughout the year, we will update this page with the latest insights into the sports and entertainment industries. Grounded in data from the present, our reports predict the future of entertainment.

Are Americans spending more time attending live events or watching online? What streaming services resonate with consumers? Will virtual reality supersede other forms of gaming? Will consumers pay more for in-person events, or would they rather participate from the comfort of their home? How much are consumers willing to spend on entertainment options each month? How do entertainment preferences vary by generation?

Featured Sports & Entertainment Insights

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Explore our Sports & Entertainment reports

With the amount of resources brands put into sponsorships and advertising with the sporting and entertainment industries, ensuring that you are hitting the mark with your creative and partnerships is essential. To better understand how brands can be successful in this space, The Harris Poll is conducting a series of reports focused on the sports and entertainment sector, from the Super Bowl to the Olympics get your advertising questions answered here.

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Entertainment Articles & Insights

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Inside the NFL’s brand equity surge: The playbook for fan loyalty and emotional impact

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Can a touchdown create community?

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A record number of people will suddenly be 'sick' the day after the Super Bowl

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Super Bowl Ads — What Viewers Want And Don't Want From Brands In 2025 Commercials

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Paddington’s popularity surges among UK adults after new movie release

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2024 in review: A look back at the Bears stadium debate through Tribune op-eds

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Will Johnson: Chicagoans' holiday spirit is alive and well, a new poll shows

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Broken taboo: Politics are coming up on first dates

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Axios Event: Politics can influence who swipes right

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Opinion | Gen Z Has Regrets

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The Power Of Connection: Building The Coach-Participant Relationship

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After school: How a sport and a good coach can change a child's life

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