Starting 01 January 2025, WWE Network will officially shut down, marking the end of its standalone streaming platform. All major events, such as Premium Live Events (PLEs) (formerly pay-per-views (PPVs)), will stream live exclusively on Netflix.
Earlier this year, the companies signed a $5 billion, 10-year deal granting Netflix exclusive streaming rights to WWE shows like Monday Night RAW, SmackDown, and major events such as WrestleMania.
The following press release was sent to WWE Network’s international users:
On January 1, 2025, WWE Network will no longer be available in your area. After January 1, Netflix will be the new exclusive home of WWE.
Netflix will bring WWE’s electrifying content all to one place, including weekly shows, Monday Night RAW, SmackDown and NXT, PLUS Premium Live Events (PLEs) such as WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and SummerSlam.
Many of WWE’s top moments, along with historic PLEs and select programming, will be available on Netflix
beginning January 1.The premiere live episode of Monday Night RAW on Netflix airing on January 6 will feature some of the biggest names in WWE such as John Cena, Undisputed WWE Champion “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Bianca Belair, in addition to many other Superstars and guests including Travis Scott.
If you are already a Netflix subscriber, you’re all set. If you are not a Netflix subscriber, you will need to subscribe so you don’t miss a moment. We can’t wait for you to experience WWE on Netflix this January.
Sincerely,
WWE Network Support
Netflix has confirmed the transition, announcing that the first episode of Monday Night RAW will stream on January 6, featuring top WWE stars such as John Cena, WWE champion Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Bianca Belair, and a special appearance by Travis Scott.
Additionally, Netflix will bring WWE’s electrifying content to audiences outside the United States, including SmackDown, NXT, and events such as WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and SummerSlam.
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