Boston Blue, a local television series, topped May sweeps ratings.
Alan Pergament wrote in the Buffalo News that the show's outlandish family drama drove its surge.
The program premiered earlier this season, according to TV Tonight, an Australian TV blog that posted the airdate.
Viewers praised the quirky plot and complex relationships.
Broadcast on the area network, the show secured a 12.3 rating point lead over its nearest competitor.
Advertisers increased spots after the rating spike.
The success may influence future programming decisions in the area.