10月剧集商务总结：四部古偶一个招商擂台，龚俊罗云熙成毅侯明昊谁能抗剧？

Group 1 - The October drama market saw a surge of costume dramas and male-oriented series, but none emerged as a breakout hit, with only "Into the Clouds" performing notably well on the Youku platform [1] - Several adaptations, including "Water Dragon Chant" and "Dark River Legend," attracted market attention, but their viewership ratings were closely matched, indicating a lack of standout success [1] - "Dark River Legend" had the most significant advertising impact among the four costume dramas, but its ad placements were still lower compared to earlier hits from the year [2][5] Group 2 - "Dark River Legend" achieved a total of 126 ads with an average ad duration of 32 seconds, making it one of the most heavily advertised dramas in October [3] - "Water Dragon Chant" also showed strong advertising performance with 130 ads and an average duration of 25 seconds, indicating effective brand partnerships [5][19] - "Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Sabre" had a total of 71 ads, with a notable contribution from its lead actor's brand partnerships, showcasing the commercial potential of star power [12][19] Group 3 - The pharmaceutical and food and beverage sectors dominated advertising placements in October, with brands like "Sanjiu" and "Bai Sui Shan" being prominent across multiple dramas [21][22] - The increase in pharmaceutical brand placements reflects a strategic shift towards integrating products into relatable life scenarios, enhancing brand trust among target audiences [23] - The food and beverage sector also saw significant activity, with "Bai Sui Shan" appearing in five dramas, highlighting the growing importance of these brands in the drama advertising landscape [22][25] Group 4 - The advertising performance of modern dramas was relatively weak, with low brand placements and limited market appeal compared to costume dramas [20] - "Life Suspended" had only 16 ads, while "The Rest of My Life" and "Shadow" also struggled to attract significant advertising interest, indicating a trend of cautious investment in these genres [20][21] - The decline in advertising from food delivery platforms suggests a strategic shift towards more sustainable marketing approaches as competition stabilizes [25]