 Grey 's Anatomy is one of the highest @-@ rated dramas in the 18 – 49 demographic . Although the ratings have fallen over the past few seasons , it was once among the overall top 10 shows in the United States . Grey 's Anatomy has been well received by critics , considered an impact on culture , the series has received numerous awards , and has also been included in various critics ' top ten lists . It is the recipient of the 2007 Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series — Drama , and multiple Emmy nominations , including two for Outstanding Drama Series . The show has produced several specials , as well as distributed all seasons to DVD , and released a collection of merchandise . In 2012 , Grey 's Anatomy was named the fifth @-@ highest revenue earning show , in terms of advertising per half @-@ hour . It 's the longest running scripted primetime show currently airing on ABC and the second longest scripted primetime show ever on ABC only behind The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet . 
