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There's no more fitting time for The Last Ring Home to reach American audiences than Memorial Day — and this May, the film is doing exactly that, with a remarkable nationwide broadcast run on the World Channel stations from coast to coast.
According to the latest carriage data from TRAC Media Services, the film is scheduled for 176 airings across the United States throughout May 2026, achieving a total channel coverage of 62.75% of the country. That's a significant footprint for any documentary, and a testament to how deeply this story resonates with public broadcasters committed to honoring military history and sacrifice.
The Top Markets Are Watching
The film leads with its strongest coverage where it matters most. New York tops the rankings with 6.12% coverage via WNET, followed closely by Los Angeles at 4.61% across two channels (KCET and KOCE). Dallas (2.58%), Washington D.C. (2.10%), San Francisco (2.04%), and Boston (2.03%) round out the top tier. Taken together, these major markets represent tens of millions of viewers with access to the film this month.
Saturday, May 23rd — The Core Broadcast Day
The broadcast is heavily concentrated on Saturday, May 23rd, which serves as the de facto national airing day ahead of Memorial Day weekend. The vast majority of stations across the country — from Seattle and Portland on the West Coast to Charlotte, Jacksonville, and Tampa in the South — scheduled their screenings on the World Channel on this single date, most in the Early Afternoon or Mid Morning parts. This clustering makes the film feel like a genuine national event.
A Truly National Reach
What's striking about this run is its geographic diversity. Beyond the major metros, The Last Ring Home reaches into markets like Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska, Salt Lake City, Boise, Missoula, and Rapid City — communities where military heritage runs deep. A handful of markets, including San Antonio, New Orleans, and Little Rock, carry additional airings on other dates, further extending the film's reach across the month.
Whether you're in a major city or a small market, this Memorial Day, the World Channel is bringing The Last Ring Home to your screen. Check your local listings and share the film with someone who deserves to see it. You can visit the World Channel to find out more!
Find out more and explore the story behind the film at thelastringhome.com.
PS Image created by Perplexity (not the real ring!)