Could more WWE programming be heading to Netflix in the future? Don’t count it out according to Nick Khan. Speaking on the TKO 2024 earnings call, the WWE President addressed the partnership between WWE and the streaming juggernaut so far.

“They’ve been phenomenal to deal with. They’ve promoted us in a way we hoped we would be promoted, even more so than we had hoped.”

Khan shared that Netflix has shown “an apetite for more WWE.” With plans already in motion, fans can expect much more WWE content on the platform.

“The appetite by Netflix to have additional ancillary programming, we announced a few weeks ago, we’re doing a WWE behind the scenes show with Netflix, which will come out later this year. Assume there is more cooking in the pipeline.”

Netflix currently hosts Monday Night Raw, while fans outside the U.S. also receive SmackDown, WWE NXT, and Premium Live Events. PLEs from WWE’s past are also available, as are some (though by no means all) TV broadcasts from WWE history.

WWE’s partnership with Netflix has been a runaway success thus far with the alliance exceeding Khan’s expectations. Now, fans can expect much more content to come in the pipeline.

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Watching WWE Raw on Netflix is about to get costlier.

The Streaming Giant announced on Tuesday that they’ll be raising their standard subscription praises for US customers from $15.49 to $17.99.

The ad-supported tier will go up to $7.99 from the standard of $6.99 while the premium tier allowing four simultaneous streams will be getting a $2 raise to $24.99. Adding an extra member to a primary account is also going to get a dollar costlier, now being charged at $8.99.

Countries like Canada, Portugal, and Argentina are expected to be affected by the price hike as well. Netflix last raised prices in October 2023 with various plans going up by as much as $3.

WWE Raw On Netflix

This announcement comes after the streaming platform acquired broadcast rights of Monday Night Raw in the US last year in an unprecedented $5 billion deal. The Red Branded show left cable TV for the first time in its history as part of this deal and moved to Netflix earlier this month.

The January 6 premiere episode broke viewership records for the show. It debuted with 2.6 million household views in US, double of the show’s average on its previous home USA Network in 2024.

The show has continued to deliver strong numbers following the much-hyped premiere. The January 13th episode, featuring the viral debut of former AEW star Penta among other big moments ranked at #4 on Netflix’s Top 10 shows of the week globally with 3.7 million views.

• Netflix Doubles WWE Raw’s Audience in First Week, Says Ted Sarandos

WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss is set to expand her role in entertainment with a voice-over role in the upcoming Sakamoto Days anime. Bliss will provide the English voice for the character Obiguro, the Anime News Network reports.

Sakamoto Days tells the story of Taro Sakamoto, a retired legendary hitman who has settled into a quiet and mundane life as a family man. When a bounty is put on his head, Sakamoto must keep himself and his family alive while observing his wife’s no-killing rule. Bliss will portray one of the several assassins seeking the bounty.

Alexa Bliss’ Roles

Though best known for her time as a WWE Superstar, Bliss has had her fair share of on-screen roles outside of the ring. These include:

Total Divas (2015–2019)

• Role: Herself
• Details: Bliss appeared as a guest in seasons 4, 6, 8, and 9, and was a main cast member in season 7 of this reality TV series that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of WWE female wrestlers.

Walk the Prank (2017–2018)

• Role: Herself
• Details: She appeared in two episodes of this children’s TV show that combines scripted comedy with real pranks on unsuspecting people.

Carpool Karaoke: The Series (2018)

• Role: Herself
• Details: Bliss featured in an episode where celebrities sing along to their favorite songs while driving.

Punky Brewster (2021)

• Role: Herself
• Details: She made a guest appearance as her wrestling persona alongside fellow WWE wrestler Charlotte Flair in this revival of the 1980s sitcom.

The Masked Singer (2023)

• Role: Axolotl
• Details: Bliss competed as the character “Axolotl” in the ninth season of this singing competition show, where celebrities perform in elaborate costumes to conceal their identities.

The Queen of Villains (2024)

Role: Voice of Maki Ueda
Details: Bliss provided the English voice for wrestler Maki Ueda in this Netflix series based on Japanese pro wrestling legend Dump Matsumoto.

Bliss hasn’t competed in WWE for nearly two years, but rumors of a return to the ring continue to circulate. Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on Alexa Bliss as she expands her star power both in and out of the ring.

WWE’s Monday Night RAW debuted on Netflix to a historic reception, garnering 4.9 million Live+1 global views. This milestone marks a strong start for the program under WWE’s partnership with TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO).

In the U.S., the premiere averaged 2.6 million households (Live+SD), more than doubling its 2024 average of 1.2 million households and achieving the highest viewership for a RAW episode in five years. The debut also saw significant growth in the Adults 18-49 demographic, with audience numbers more than doubling compared to the previous year.

The event, held at the sold-out Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, set records as the highest-grossing WWE arena event of all time. It also achieved the highest merchandise sales for a non-Premium Live Event in WWE history.

Netflix’s partnership with WWE has positioned RAW for continued global success, with this debut signaling a promising future for the Monday night staple.

Here’s the official press release:

WWE ‘RAW’ WRESTLES UP 4.9M GLOBAL VIEWS FOR NETFLIX DEBUT

Netflix (NYSE: NFLX) and WWE^®, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) today announced that the debut episode of RAW on Netflix got off to a strong start, with the Monday night program capturing 4.9M Live+1 views* globally.**

The inaugural event on Netflix averaged 2.6 million households (Live+SD) in the US, according to VideoAmp, which is 116% higher than RAW’s average 2024 US audience of 1.2 million households, and higher than any other Monday Night RAW broadcast in the past five years. The event also more than doubled the A18-49 audience vs. last year.

On X, as soon as the event started, #WWERaw was the #1 trending topic in the US, Brazil, Australia, and the UK.

• #WWERaw trended #1 for 14 hours straight in the UK and occupied six of the top 7 trending topics in the US.
• #RAWonNetflix and #WWEonNetflix also trended in Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Spain, and the US.

The debut of RAW on Netflix, which took place at a sold-out Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, set a company record as the highest-grossing WWE arena event of all time. Additionally, the event set a merchandise sales record, becoming the highest-grossing non-Premium Live Event of all time.

The event saw Rhea Ripley reclaim the Women’s World Championship with a win over Liv Morgan, Roman Reigns topple Solo Sikoa in a tribal combat match, CM Punk best Seth “Freakin” Rollins in a highly anticipated grudge match and Jey Uso with a win over Drew McIntyre. Monday’s event also featured appearances from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, The Undertaker, Logan Paul, Travis Scott and John Cena, who officially kicked off his year-long farewell tour which will be featured prominently on Netflix. 

In January 2024, WWE and Netflix struck a landmark deal to bring WWE’s flagship weekly program, RAW, to Netflix beginning in 2025. Netflix is now the exclusive home of RAW in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and Latin America, among many other global territories. Netflix is also the exclusive home of SmackDown, NXT, archive content and all WWE Premium Live Events – including WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, SummerSlam and more — in most international markets.

WWE Raw is set to debut on Netflix, and fans are curious about how commercials will factor into this new era. On The Press Box, WWE Chief Content Officer Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque offered insight into how ads will be a part of Raw going forward.

“Netflix is paying us a lot, and they’re in the business of making money. So, even as a subscription service, they need to sell ad time.”

While Netflix will still run commercials as part of Raw, they seemingly will not be as regular as the red brand time on broadcast TV. On the podcast, Levesque reassured fans that WWE’s partnership with Netflix will feature fewer commercials than traditional TV.

“There’s less commercial time, so it’s more manageable. It’ll take us a minute to get comfortable with the new format, but I think it’ll be a better experience for viewers.”

Levesque said it was “funny” that fans often complain about the number of commercials on TV, pointing out that its the same amount every week. While WWE Raw’s future on Netflix will be a “work in progress,” Levesque and his creative team are ready to “tackle” issues head-on and make the show’s new era on streaming a rounding success.

Tonight’s show will be a massive event with rare in-ring appearances by Roman Reigns and CM Punk, as well appearances by The Rock and John Cena. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from tonight’s historic episode of WWE Raw from Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome.

Preview for tonight’s WWE Raw on Netflix Premiere

WWE is set to land on Netflix very soon, with a highly anticipated episode of Monday Night Raw scheduled for January 6. Wrestling fans can look forward to hours of fresh content on the streaming platform. However, WWE won’t be the only wrestling-related offering on Netflix.

Here’s a look at some other wrestling-inspired projects already available for streaming:

Fighting With My Family: A biographical comedy-drama film that tells the origins of WWE’s Paige [now AEW’s Saraya] and her journey from a wrestling family in Norwich, England, to becoming one of wrestling’s most captivating female stars.

Mr. McMahon: This docuseries delves into Vince McMahon’s controversial leadership of WWE, highlighting the company’s record-breaking highs and significant challenges during his tenure.

Most Controversial Vince McMahon WWE Segments Ranked

Wrestlers: A documentary series offering an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), focusing on the organization’s new ownership and a roster of rising stars striving to make an impact beyond the ring.

The Big Show Show: A family sitcom featuring Paul ‘The Big Show’ Wight as a fictionalized version of himself, navigating life at home with his wife and three daughters after retiring from professional wrestling. Fans can expect cameos from Mick Foley, Mark Henry, and more.

The Queen of Villains: A Japanese miniseries focusing on the life of Dump Matsumoto, a notorious female wrestler from the 1980s, blending biographical drama with fictional elements to depict her rise as an intimidating figure in the wrestling world.

Which WWE Superstar Had A Role in The Queen of Villains’ English Dub?

The Main Event: A family-friendly film where an 11-year-old boy discovers a magical wrestling mask that grants him super strength, allowing him to pursue his dream of becoming a WWE superstar.

Against The Ropes: A drama series that follows a woman recently released from prison who seeks to reconnect with her daughter by entering the world of lucha libre wrestling, embracing the sport’s challenges and culture.

GLOW: Set in the 1980s, this comedy-drama series chronicles the lives of a group of women who reinvent themselves as part of the iconic Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling promotion, blending personal struggles with the flamboyant world of televised wrestling.

GLOW Star Alison Brie Is “Pessimistic” About Possible Movie

Heels: A drama series centered on two brothers (played by Stephen and Robbie Amell) who run a family-owned wrestling promotion in small-town Georgia. Heels explores their personal and professional conflicts as they portray rivals in the ring.

30 for 30: Nature Boy: A documentary film from ESPN’s “30 for 30” series, profiling the life and career of professional wrestling legend Ric Flair, known as “Nature Boy,” highlighting his influence on the sport and personal challenges.

These projects show that there is a market for wrestling in the mainstream, and WWE will soon carve its own place on the world’s most popular streaming platform. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on WWE and its exciting move to Netflix.

In a matter of days, WWE will arrive on Netflix, the product of a multi-year, multi-billion dollar deal between two juggernauts of entertainment. Soon, subscribers will have access to a bevy of WWE content, and what can fans expect to see in their recommendations?

WWE Monday Night Raw

Live broadcasts will commence on January 6, 2025. This marks the first time Raw is available exclusively on a streaming platform, and a stacked show has been announced.

WWE NXT and WWE SmackDown

WWE’s other two weekly shows will only be available for fans outside the United States. For fans in the U.S. NXT and SmackDown will remain on The CW and the USA Network, respectively.

Premium Live Events

Another exclusive to fans outside the United States, Netflix will play host to all future PLEs. The first of this new era will be the WWE Royal Rumble 2025 which will stream live on February 1.

Major WWE Title Match Set For WWE Royal Rumble 2025

WWE Raw Classics

Hosted by former WWE Champion Big E, this series revisits must-see matches and moments featuring WWE Superstars and Legends.

WWE Top 10 

Fans will have the chance to relive the biggest and best matches in WWE history with appearances from Superstars like John Cena, Triple H, and Becky Lynch.

WWE Road to WrestleMania

Follow the action-packed path to WrestleMania, where top Superstars raise the stakes with thrilling matches and unforgettable moments.

WWE Superstar Profiles

Get up close and personal with WWE’s brightest stars as they chase championships and glory in front of the WWE Universe.

WWE Legends Profiles

Celebrate the legends who’ve made history inside the ring with unforgettable matches and jaw-dropping moments.

Archival Content

Netflix will host a selection of WWE’s extensive archive, including classic pay-per-view events and memorable matches. Though every show is not expected to be available at launch, placeholder pages suggest that select programming will be included.

WWE on Netflix will launch on January 1, following the closure of the WWE Network on December 31, 2024. Stay tuned to SEScoops for a close look at WWE’s exciting future on Netflix.

Starting January 6, 2025, WWE Raw begins streaming exclusively on Netflix in the US, Canada, UK, and Latin America. This marks a significant shift for the legendary weekly wrestling show, moving from traditional television to a streaming platform for the first time in its 31-year history.

What is WWE RAW?

WWE Raw is the flagship weekly program of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

Since its debut in 1993, Raw has delivered action-packed wrestling entertainment, featuring dramatic storylines and unforgettable moments.

The show has launched the careers of legendary wrestlers like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, John Cena, and continues to showcase current stars like Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes.

How to Watch WWE RAW on Netflix

Subscription Requirements

To watch WWE Raw on Netflix, you’ll need an active Netflix subscription. The show airs live every Monday at:

• 8:00 PM Eastern Time
• 7:00 PM Central Time
• 5:00 PM Pacific Time
• 1:00 AM GMT (Tuesday)

Netflix Plan Options

Choose from these subscription tiers:

• Basic ($11.99/month) – Standard definition
• Standard ($15.49/month) – HD streaming
• Premium ($22.99/month) – Ultra HD quality

What to Expect from WWE RAW

International Viewing

For viewers outside the US, Canada, UK, and Latin America, WWE Raw remains available through:

• Local broadcast partners
• WWE Network streaming service
• Regional sports networks (check local listings)

Weekly Show Format

Each three-hour episode of Raw delivers high-energy entertainment through:

• 4-6 wrestling matches featuring WWE’s top talent, including championship bouts and qualification matches
• Dramatic storyline developments through backstage interviews and in-ring promos
• Behind-the-scenes segments highlighting personal rivalries
• Special appearances from WWE legends and celebrity guests

Impact on WWE Network Subscribers

Current WWE Network subscribers should note:

• Raw episodes available after 30-day Netflix exclusivity window
• Full access to WWE’s extensive content library continues
• Live monthly premium events still included
• Original programming and documentaries remain exclusive to WWE Network

Why This Move Matters

This historic shift to Netflix brings several key benefits:

• Broader audience reach through streaming platform
• Enhanced viewing experience with Netflix’s technology
• Potential for exclusive behind-the-scenes content
• Easier access for cord-cutting wrestling fans

FAQs

Will Raw be available on-demand?

Yes, episodes will be available for streaming immediately after the live broadcast.

Can I watch outside my home country?

Netflix viewing availability depends on your location and local broadcasting rights.

Will there be Spanish language options?

Netflix will offer multiple audio tracks and subtitle options for Raw.

As we approach the January 2025 premiere, both WWE and Netflix are preparing for an unprecedented era in wrestling entertainment. The first episode promises to deliver unforgettable moments that set the stage for Raw’s streaming future.

Stay tuned to our coverage of WWE Raw’s historic move to Netflix, and set your reminders for the January 6, 2025 premiere.

WWE’s imminent arrival on Netflix just got even bigger with a series of new shows confirmed for the move. WWE Raw will begin airing on Netflix starting from January 6, while fans outside the United States will also receive SmackDown, WWE NXT, and Premium Live Events.

Netflix has added the following WWE shows, which are set to debut on January 1:

WWE Top 10

“Monday Night Raw hosts some of the biggest and best matches in WWE history, featuring Superstars John Cena, Triple H, Becky Lynch and more.”

WWE RAW Classics

“Big E hosts this collection of most-see Raw matches and moments, featuring WWE Superstars and Legends including CM Punk, Becky Lynch and Triple H.”

WWE Road to WrestleMania

“The Road to WrestleMania goes through Raw, where WWE’s top Superstars raise the stakes in must-see matches and thrilling moments.”

WWE Superstar Profiles 

“WWE Superstars step inside the squared circle in pursuit of championships and glory in front of the WWE Universe.”

WWE Legends Profiles 

“Legendary Superstars of WWE make history with unforgettable matches and moments inside the squared circle.”

WWE certainly isn’t holding back with the move to Netflix, with a massive debut of Raw already announced. The show includes:

• Seth Rollins Vs. CM Punk
• Solo Sikoa Vs. Roman Reigns (Tribal Combat)
• Liv Morgan (c) Vs. Rhea Ripley (WWE Women’s World Championship)
• Travis Scott will perform WWE Raw’s new theme song live

Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from WWE’s move to Netflix, which is shaping up to be a groundbreaking change for the wrestling juggernaut.

The Superstars of WWE shined during the Christmas Day NFL games on Netflix, ahead of WWE Raw’s move to the streaming juggernaut next month. On X, Liv Morgan shared that she was having a great time watching the Baltimore Ravens face the Houston Texans.

CM Punk was dressed to impress at NFL On Netflix. The Best in the World’s first WWE TV match in over a decade will see him face Seth Rollins on the January 6, 2025, Raw debut on Netflix.

Punk also appeared on the panel for the Kansas City Chiefs Vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, two teams that are outperforming Punk’s beloved Chicago Bears.

Viewers were also treated to a new ad for WWE on Netflix, featuring top names including Cody Rhodes, Rey Mysterio, Jey Uso, GUNTHER, and interestingly, Becky Lynch.

WWE has a loaded show planned for Raw’s debut on Netflix, including Punk Vs. Rollins, Roman Reigns Vs. Solo Sikoa, and Morgan defending her Women’s World Championship against Rhea Ripley. Fans outside the U.S. won’t just receive Raw, but SmackDown, WWE NXT, and Premium Live Events (PLEs) as well.

WWE’s impending debut on Netflix is a huge deal for the wrestling promotion, as is having a presence at the NFL On Netflix Christmas Day festivities. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on WWE’s move to the streaming juggernaut that will kick off a huge year for the promotion.

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On January 6, WWE Raw will debut on Netflix, marking the beginning of a groundbreaking partnership between WWE and the streaming giant. This multi-billion-dollar deal signals a new era for WWE’s flagship show, but it also raises questions about the future of its extensive archive and the accessibility of past and live events. Netflix has provided some clarity on these topics, revealing plans for both archival content and live programming.

One key question centers on WWE’s vast library of past shows. According to Netflix, fans should anticipate a gradual release of archival content.

“In January 2025, Netflix will begin to roll out select WWE archival content. WWE Raw archival content will be available for viewing in the United States, with additional archival content available in the countries listed above.”

Additionally, WWE programming will become downloadable approximately 48 hours after streaming live, giving fans more flexibility to catch up on their favorite moments.

International Rollout and Accessibility

Initially, WWE Raw will be available in the United States and its territories, including American Samoa, Guam, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, the Mariana Islands, Palau, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. International fans will also gain access to WWE’s programming, including SmackDown, NXT, and Premium Live Events, as the rollout expands globally.

WWE Raw Debut – January 6, 2025

The inaugural episode of WWE Raw on Netflix promises to be a monumental event. Broadcasting live from the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, the show will feature a stacked card, including:

• CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins
• Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa (Tribal Combat Match)
• Liv Morgan (c) vs. Rhea Ripley (WWE Women’s World Championship)
• Travis Scott will perform WWE Raw’s brand-new theme song live.

Find Out What Happened At WWE Raw’s Netflix Launch Event

WWE’s global reach is set to expand even further in 2025 as the company intensifies its focus on international markets. Chris Legentil, WWE’s executive VP of talent relations and head of communications, shared insights this week on the Sports Business Journal Sports Media podcast, discussing WWE’s evolving approach to premium live events (PLEs) and its groundbreaking partnership with Netflix.

“This year alone, we did more than half our (premium live events) outside the U.S.”

A major component of this international strategy is WWE’s collaboration with Netflix, which will now host PLEs for fans outside the U.S. Legentil explained that the partnership will influence the selection of future event locations.

“We’re going to be working with them [Netflix] hand-in-hand to select locations across the world where we can grow our audience and hopefully gain some subscribers for them.”

In 2024, WWE staged eight main-roster PLEs outside the United States, with notable events in Germany, Scotland, France, Australia, Canada, and Saudi Arabia. The trend continues in 2025, with Elimination Chamber confirmed for March 1 in Toronto, Canada. Meanwhile, UK fans eagerly await news of a potential WrestleMania, following John Cena’s tease during Money in the Bank 2023.

Cody Rhodes Shares Five-Year Vision For WrestleMania In The UK

As WWE cements its status as a global wrestling powerhouse, fans can look forward to even more international PLEs in the years ahead. For the latest updates on WWE’s premium live events, stay tuned to SEScoops, and visit our Events hub for all upcoming show details.

Variety, the long-running magazine covering the entertainment industry, named All-Elite Wrestling owner Tony Khan and several members of WWE parent company TKO, including Nick Khan to its “Dealmakers 2024” in an article published on the magazine’s website on Wednesday.

Khan, AEW and the TKO board were one of the few non-agency or law firms named to the Dealmakers list this year, which included Audible and several lobbying and entertainment law firms.

Tony Khan was credited with AEW’s new three-year deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, five years after the company aired its first show on WBD television.

In October, five years to the week after Khan launched professional wrestling promotion AEW as a direct competitor to Vince McMahon’s long-dominant WWE, he closed a multi-year media rights deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, worth a reported $185 million a year, that calls for AEW’s shows and events to be broadcast on TBS and TNT and stream on Max. The company is now valued at more than $2 billion, making it the third-most-valuable combat sports company in the world.

Ain’t bragging if it’s true: “Our new arrangement signifies that AEW will make history as the first professional wrestling promotion to simulcast events weekly on top cable channels and a top streaming platform,” says Khan.

The article called 2024 a year where “deals weren’t as plentiful or as rich, but necessity being the mother of invention, often more innovative.”

Longtime World Wrestling Entertainment executive and president Nick Khan, along with fellow TKO executives Ariel Emanuel, Mark Shapiro and Andrew Schleimer, were also named. Variety cited the Endeavor’s 2023 acquisition of WWE and WWE’s deal with Netflix.

Last year, Endeavor merged Ultimate Fighting Championship with World Wrestling Entertainment under the TKO Group Holdings banner. In January 2024, TKO’s leadership quadrumvirate closed a $5.2 billion, 10-year deal to make Netflix the exclusive home of WWE’s flagship show “Raw” in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Latin America and other territories beginning in January 2025. As part of the pact, Netflix will be the home for all WWE shows and specials outside the U.S. from that date forward, giving roughly 80% of international territories immediate access to 100% its content, with the rest of the globe filling out their WWE lineups as outstanding deals expire.

“While the money is extraordinarily important, the downstream impact and ancillary benefits to being with the distributor and just south of 300 million homes globally was something that got us very excited,” says Schleimer.

Other members of the list included:

• Akin Gump Strauss Hauer and Feld, the second-largest lobbying firm in the U.S.
• Alter Kendrick and Baron, music lawyers who closed $1 billion in publishing and mater recording acquisitions in 2024.
• Audible’s executive team
• Perry, Plashuk, Lefebvre and Hill of Covington and Burling, law firm specializing in entertainment acquisitions
• David Wright Tremaine, litigation law firm now advising on major entertainment projects
• Del Shaw Moonves Tanaka Finkelstein Lezcano Bobb and Dang, entertainment law firm
• Nina Shaw of Del Shaw Moonves Tnaka Finkelstein Lezcano Bobb and Dang
• DLA Piper, Hollywood legal firm
• Francisco Arias of Fifth Season
• Fox Rotschild, lawyers and talent reps

The magazine credited those on the list for maneuvering the economic ups and downs of the streaming bubble, COVID-19 and inflation, as well as strikes by the writers and actors unions.

Logan Paul is joining WWE Raw on Netflix.

The company presented a special kickoff event for their upcoming streaming debut at the WWE Headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut. The event featured a number of big names including Triple H, Rhea Ripley, Kevin Owens, Paul Heyman and more.

During a segment on the show, Raw General Manager Adam Pearce took the mic to introduce the newest member of his roster and out came none other than Logan Paul.

The YouTube star went on to cut a promo about being the best athlete present in the building and referenced Conor McGregor’s remarks about a potential match in India.

Paul also sent a message to the WWE roster saying ‘If you have something I want, I’m gonna take it.’ He ended the segment claiming that he’s a future World Champion.

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Gunther Responds To Logan Paul

The promo got an instant response from the defending World Champion of the Red Brand, Gunther during his own segment on the show.

The Ring General made it clear that Logan will have to earn his shot at the title and if he ever does so, the World Champ will “smack the stupid smirk off his face.”

Apart from this, WWE made a number of big announcements for Raw’s January 6 Netflix debut including the confirmation of a highly anticipated match as the main event. You can check out more about it here.

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The WWE Raw on Netflix Kickoff Event, held at WWE Headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut, featured several major announcements that have left fans buzzing about the future of WWE on Netflix:

Main Event Announced:

CM Punk and Seth Rollins will headline Raw’s Netflix debut on January 6, 2025. The two rivals had yet another heated confrontation during the event, culminating in a face-to-face standoff that had to be broken up by Triple H.

Women’s World Championship Match:

Liv Morgan will defend her Women’s World Championship against Rhea Ripley on the highly anticipated Netflix premiere episode.

Triple H’s Vision:

Triple H addressed the audience, declaring that the “Triple H Era” is dedicated to the fans. He promised that WWE’s move to Netflix would elevate the company to unprecedented heights, especially as the road to WrestleMania begins.

Commentary Team Update:

Michael Cole announced that Pat McAfee will join him on commentary for Raw’s debut on Netflix, adding to the excitement of this new chapter for WWE.

The Bloodline Appearance:

Members of The Bloodline, including Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu, and Tama Tonga, made an appearance. A highlight of the event was Fatu presenting Sikoa with the Ula Fala, a symbol of their heritage and unity.

Gunther and Logan Paul Exchange Words:

World Heavyweight Champion Gunther addressed Logan Paul’s recent championship aspirations, boldly stating that if Paul ever earns a title shot, he would “smack the stupid smirk off his face.”

The event, streamed live on YouTube from WWE Headquarters, included appearances from numerous WWE Superstars and set the stage for what promises to be an exciting new era for WWE on Netflix.

Starting in January 2025, WWE’s flagship program, Monday Night Raw, will transition to Netflix as part of a landmark $5 billion agreement. This move signifies Raw’s departure from traditional linear television for the first time in over three decades.

A significant change accompanying this transition is that Raw will broadcast live regardless of its taping location, including international venues. Traditionally, episodes filmed overseas were pre-recorded and aired later in their usual time slots. With the new arrangement, international broadcasts will be live, allowing fans worldwide to view episodes in real-time and access them on-demand immediately after airing. (H/T – PWInsider)

This change is set to take effect during WWE’s international tour in March 2025, which includes multiple Raw tapings in the United Kingdom. Fans can anticipate live broadcasts of these UK-based episodes, marking a significant shift in WWE’s programming approach.

International WWE Raw Tapings Currently Scheduled

• March 17, 2025: Brussels, Belgium – Forest National
• March 24, 2025: Glasgow, Scotland – OVO Hydro
• March 31, 2025: London, England – O2 Arena

For reference, an 8pm showtime in Brussels, Belgium would be 2pm in Eastern time zone.

WWE RAW Schedule: Upcoming Dates and Venues

WWE President Nick Khan has assured that despite the platform change, Raw will remain family and sponsor-friendly on Netflix, despite reports they’re reverting to ‘TV-MA.’

The inaugural live episode of WWE Raw op Netflix is scheduled for January 6, 2025, at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. This premiere will feature top WWE stars, including John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Bianca Belair, along with special surprise guests.

This strategic partnership between WWE and Netflix aims to enhance the viewing experience by providing immediate access to live content, regardless of geographic location, thereby unifying the global WWE audience.

John Cena and Eric Andre will co-star in the upcoming Netflix film Little Brother. According to Deadline, the film’s plot centers on “a famous real estate agent whose carefully curated world is upended when his eccentric little brother unexpectedly reappears.”

The screenplay, crafted by Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel, brings this intriguing premise to life, with David Bernad and Ruben Fleischer serving as producers. Additional details, including the rest of the cast, production start date, and release date, have not yet been revealed.

John Cena’s impressive filmography continues to expand. In 2024, he starred in Ricky Stanicky, Jackpot, and Argylle. Past highlights include Blockers, Barbie, The Suicide Squad, Trainwreck, Vacation Friends, and the ninth and tenth installments of the Fast & Furious franchise.

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Next on Cena’s slate is the live-action feature Matchbox – a collaboration between Skydance, Mattel Films, and Apple – and the highly anticipated second season of Max’s original series Peacemaker.

Outside of Hollywood, Cena is preparing for his farewell WWE tour in 2025. His final in-ring appearances are set for WWE events such as Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and WrestleMania 41.

Throughout the year, Cena plans to wrestle at 36 WWE events, marking the culmination of his storied wrestling career. Fans can also watch Cena appear at Netflix’s first-ever Raw episode, airing January 6, 2025, in Los Angeles.

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Fans eager to see an edgy, hardcore Raw when the show moves to Netflix should prepare to be disappointed, WWE President Nick Khan has warned. Since news of Raw’s move to Netflix broke, speculation has run rife of a more mature product given that the show will not be confined to TV’s content ratings. Speaking at a panel to select media outlets, Khan made clear that an X-rated Raw is not in the works.

“There’s some online chatter about, oh, it’s gonna be R-rated, or for us old folks, like X-rated. That’s definitely not happening.”

Instead, Khan spoke of the show maintaining its “family-friendly, multi-generational, advertiser-friendly programming” that has been a staple of WWE for years. When asked what fans can expect, Khan turned his attention outside of the United States.

“I would look for more global flair, especially as the relationship [with Netflix] continues to develop.”

WWE CCO Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque is playing a large role in Raw’s impending move while maintaining his position as Head of Creative, a role he’s been in since 2022. At the media event, Levesque relished in the freedom he and his team have been given.

“There’s nobody saying you can’t do that. There’s nobody putting a thumb on it… There’s no bad ideas. We’re just all having a blast doing it.”

Raw’s move to Netflix is arguably the biggest change in the show’s history, with many details, including the show’s length, still yet to be made public knowledge. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on WWE’s move to the streaming juggernaut ahead of the debut episode of WWE Raw on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Roman Reigns has confirmed that he’ll be making an appearance at Raw’s Netflix premiere on January 6.

The Monday night show’s debut on the streaming platform is shaping up to be a PPV-level event with names such as Cody Rhodes, John Cena, CM Punk, and more being announced already.

The Tribal Chief was also asked about his status for the specific episode and beyond during a recent appearance on the SI Media podcast. Reigns confirmed that he is booked for the premiere:

“I’m not exactly sure. I’m just trying to get to the premiere. I’m on the premiere. I don’t think I can share too much more than that at this point.

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I Completely Understand: Roman Reigns

With Netflix spending an average of $500 million per year for the 10-year deal, it’s not hard to imagine that the company would want to see WWE’s top names being featured on Raw including The Head of The Table. It won’t come easy however, as USA officials would like the current lineup for SmackDown to remain as it is.

Roman Reigns knows that he’ll be the subject of a tug-of-war between the two platforms. Though he is not giving anything away when it comes to his future appearances beyond the January 6 show. The former Undisputed champion claimed that they have not scheduled his dates beyond the show just yet:

“We haven’t scheduled my exact dates for going into WrestleMania from Rumble forward, but that is definitely a topic that has to be addressed. It’s an understandable one for the impact, the amount of money that is part of this deal.

I completely understand. These are all great problems to have. Nobody loves being in the tug of war more than me. It usually works out pretty good.”

The OG Tribal Chief will be leading the team of Sami Zayn, the Usos and CM Punk against Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline and Bronson Reed at the Survivor Series: WarGames event on November 30. There are a lot of moving parts in this story.

Fans believe Paul Heyman, who brought Punk into the fold might double-cross Roman for abandoning him after WrestleMania 40. There is also the possibility of The Final Boss making a surprise appearance like he did at Bad Blood.

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WWE CCO Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque won’t be too mad if Monday Night Raw sees buffering issues on Netflix similar to the Mike Tyson Vs. Jake Paul fight. The fight, which was watched by over 60 million households, saw several instances of buffering problems which greatly affected the viewing experience for those watching around the world.

These issues come mere weeks before WWE Raw moves to Netflix on January 6, 2025. Speaking to Greg and The Morning Buzz, Levesque suggested that he’d hardly complain if Raw buffered under the weight of 60 million fans tuning in.

“If our first night buffers and they come and say it was 60-70 million households watching, I’ll be good with the buffering.”

Netflix has ensured WWE that these issues won’t be a problem when Raw arrives on the streaming juggernaut. Currently, WWE’s flagship show does between 1.5 to 2.5 million live viewers, far below the number that affected the Paul Vs. Tyson fight.

Other Interview Highlights

During the interview, Levesque spoke about several topics related to WWE. They include:

• Levesque took issue with older wrestlers who criticize the modern-day style. He said it’s akin to older people saying that they had ‘real music’ back in the day, adding that “you’re just old.”
• He added that nobody texts him when he’s at a WWE TV taping as they know he won’t answer as he’s committed to his work.
• Levesque said that WWE will “die” if the show becomes about what he personally wants, and that its important to think about the “overall big picture.”

WWE Monday Night Raw’s new era on Netflix will kick off from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California, with a very special guest. On X, WWE confirmed the location for the much-anticipated January 6, event and shared that Travis Scott will be there live. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, November 22, and will be available via Ticketmaster.

This confirmation comes after months of reports that the Intuit Dome would be the venue of choice for Raw’s new era on the streaming juggernaut. The 18,000-capacity venue opened its doors in Inglewood, California in August of this year is the home venue of the Los Angeles Clippers. The state-of-the-art facility will also host Olympic basketball during the 2028 Summer Games.

Last month, it was reported that Scott had been in talks to appear on the debut Raw of 2025. The rap artist has never shied away from his WWE fandom and partnered with Rey Mysterio at Fanatics Fest in August.

WWE Raw on Netflix

WWE’s lucrative deal with Netflix is valued at $5 billion over ten years and will see the red brand host all of its weekly events on the platform from January onwards. Fans outside the United States will also receive WWE SmackDown, NXT, and Premium Live Events.

WWE Raw will have a new logo to match its new era, and despite streaming issues during the recent Jake Paul Vs. Mike Tyson fight, WWE has been assured that these problems won’t affect their show. With John Cena set to kick off his farewell tour when Raw moves to Netflix, the January 6, show will be the place to be for wrestling fans with a deluge of wrestling stars and more promised for the hotly-anticipated event.

The November 15 Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight created a lot of buzz around the world and both positive and negative reactions poured in from people online.

For WWE fans, the event brought a different kind of concern. A lot of viewers faced streaming issues for the show on Netflix, which made people wonder how things will play out when Raw is broadcasted live from the streaming platform every week starting this January.

Fightful Select spoke to people within WWE immediately after the fight. They were told that the company has been assured that the issues would be kept ‘kept at a minimum’ for their Netflix move.

One higher-up also said that if WWE ever did the type of traffic the unprecedented boxing match did, that would be a good problem to have. Raw currently averages between 1.5 million to 2 million viewers every week on USA Network.

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The final streaming numbers for the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event have not been released but the Netflix overnight data suggests that over 60 million households tuned in for the fight. While 50 million households tuned in for the co-main event of Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2, potentially making it the most-watched professional women’s sporting event in history.

Netflix also apparently showed the new Monday Night Raw logo while promoting the show’s debut during the Friday night event, which you can check out at this link.

• Tiffany Stratton Pitches Netflix Title For Women’s Mid-Card In 2025

The new logo for WWE Monday Night Raw heading into the Netflix era has apparently been revealed. WWE’s flagship show is set to leave the Cable network for the first time in history and become a streaming exclusive this January.

During the most recent Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight event that aired live on the streaming platform, the company promoted this move with what appeared to be a new logo for the show. Please note that WWE has not confirmed the logo change officially as of this writing:

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There are a lot of questions on what changes Raw will see when it leaves USA Network. The expected length of the show is one of the biggest discussion points among the fans.

Though with the streaming service not having the same restrictions as cable, it’s very much possible that the length of the show will vary from week to week depending on storylines and angles.

There is also curiosity about the inclusion of more mature themes into the programming, as Netflix will come with a lot more freedom when it comes to choosing the subject matter for the show.

Stars such as Roman Reigns and Dominik Mysterio, however, have advocated for the programming to remain more consistent with recent years. They seem to believe that a drastic change will not be the right move.

• Tiffany Stratton Pitches Netflix Title For Women’s Mid-Card In 2025

Tiffany Stratton already has a guaranteed title opportunity at her fingertips, but Miss. Money in the Bank has pitched new gold for WWE’s move to Netflix. While speaking to Gorilla Position, Stratton pitched a mid-card championship for the women on the main roster, potentially as part of the new era on the streaming juggernaut.

“I think it would be a great idea to introduce a mid-card title, like a Netflix Championship. I think that’d be amazing. What a great idea—it’d be cool.”

WWE Raw will move to Netflix on January 6, 2025, as part of a lucrative deal reached between the two parties. Fans outside the U.S will also receive SmackDown, WWE NXT, and Premium Live Events on the platform. Despite being a SmackDown Superstar, Stratton has her own plans for Raw’s arrival on Netflix.

“I don’t know, maybe I’ll cash in there. Maybe I won’t even have a match. Maybe… maybe I’ll just cash in and become champion on the premiere. Okay, yeah!”

The Call For A Women’s Mid-Card Title

Stratton is just the latest notable name to advocate for a women’s mid-card championship on WWE’s main roster. Here are some examples of others who back the idea.

• WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker believes mid-card titles would benefit the deep division of women on the main roster.
• In October 2022, Raquel Rodriguez shared that she was pushing for a mid-card title for the main roster’s women’s division.
• That same month, Bayley also backed the idea for a new title but admitted that given how long it took to create Women’s Tag Gold, fans may be waiting for a while.
• TNA’s Ash By Elegance wanted her reigns as 24/7 Champion to result in the title being a mid-card title for women, though the plan never came to fruition.
• WWE Women’s Tag Champion Bianca Belair believes the title would “highlight” the stacked division appearing on Raw and SmackDown.
• Drew McIntyre believes the title is “absolutely justified” given the efforts by the women’s roster and the developments seen in storytelling.

WWE and Netflix are stepping in the ring together to debut a brand-new behind-the-scenes documentary. WWE President Nick Khan shared the news during the University of Southern California Next Level Sports conference.

A statement from Bloomberg reads:

World Wrestling Entertainment Inc., part of TKO Group Holdings Inc., is set to debut a behind-the-scenes documentary series on Netflix Inc., WWE President Nick Khan announced on Thursday.

The new series is part of WWE’s expanding partnership with Netflix, Khan told the University of Southern California Next Level Sports conference in Inglewood, California. Earlier this year, the two companies signed a $5 billion, 10-year deal that will bring WWE’s flagship program, Raw, to the streaming service in 2025.

Netflix has already forayed into the world of professional wrestling with its six-part Mr. McMahon docuseries premiering on the streaming juggernaut last month. While critics have questioned the lack of new insight, the series has proven to be popular and remained in Netflix’s top 10-viewed programs during its first two weeks.

WWE will begin hosting Monday Night Raw on Netflix this coming January with a PLE-worthy show set to kick off this new era of the red brand. Fans outside the U.S. will also receive WWE SmackDown and WWE NXT as well as Premium Live Events. Netflix already hosted the Bad Blood 2024 PLE in Brazil in a taste of what fans outside the U.S. can come to expect very soon.

The Netflix partnership marks a huge future for WWE with its ten-year deal valued at a reported $5 billion. Soon, fans will get the chance to see much more of WWE, both the on-screen product and work from behind the scenes, on the streaming service.