So, the target US viewers need to see most of the series condensed into 5 minutes for what?

The episode was watched by 14.3 million US viewers, and received generally positive reviews.

On its first broadcast, an estimated 3.8 million US viewers watched the episode.

It had an estimated audience size of 3.03 million US viewers on its first airing.

The series premiere was seen by 4.65 million U.S. viewers.

The season premiere was seen by 2.98 million U.S. viewers.

The episode was watched by 7.24 million US viewers.

Doubtless some US viewers take this at face value, and just think he's a prick.

The episode was watched by 6.69 million US viewers and received mixed reviews from critics.

The episode culminated 9.982 million US viewers and ranked 22nd in the week.