WWE Network launched in February 2014. It was a streaming platform. It offered WWE fans all live pay-per-views. It had Raw, SmackDown, NXT, and classic matches. There were also exclusive shows and documentaries.
Fans paid a flat monthly fee. It gave them full access. But in early 2021, WWE made a big change. It partnered with NBCUniversal. WWE Network in the U.S. was moved to Peacock.
By April 2021, the U.S. WWE Network was gone. All content streamed on Peacock instead.
Global Phase-Out & Netflix Partnership
After the U.S. switch, WWE looked at global markets. In January 2025, WWE made another big move. WWE Network was shut down in most international countries.
WWE signed a new deal with Netflix. Netflix became the home for WWE outside the U.S. This included Raw, SmackDown, NXT, and pay-per-views. Vault content was also included.
But not every country was affected. WWE Network is still active in a few places. These include the Philippines, France, Germany, Belgium, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, and Cambodia.
In the Philippines, WWE Network returned after a period on Disney+.
So now, WWE content is spread like this:
- Peacock for U.S.
- Netflix for most of the world
- WWE Network in a few countries only.
Where to Watch WWE Now
In the U.S., Peacock is the place to go. It offers all WWE content. This includes shows, PPVs, and old matches.
In most countries, Netflix now streams WWE. Live Raw started on January 6, 2025. The first episode aired from the Intuit Dome in California.
Netflix also has PPVs and weekly shows. But at launch, Netflix had a limited library. Only about 40 classic PPVs were available. More are being added every month.
In some regions, WWE Network still works. Fans in those areas can still use the old platform for now.
Why Did WWE Make the Change?
1. Bigger Streaming Partners
WWE wanted a larger reach. Peacock and Netflix have more users. This means more fans are watching WWE worldwide.
2. New Branding
Triple H called this the “Netflix Era.” He said it’s bigger than the Attitude Era. WWE wants this to be the next golden age.
3. Better Money Deals
WWE Network never got enough subscribers. It had around 2 million at its peak. But it wasn’t profitable enough.
Now, WWE earns more from streaming deals. The Netflix deal is worth $5 billion over 10 years. That’s a big win for the company.
What’s Streaming Where?
| Region | WWE Home Now |
| United States | Peacock |
| Most countries | Netflix |
| A few regions | WWE Network (still active for now) |
Weekly shows: Raw airs live on Netflix (global) and Peacock (U.S.). SmackDown and NXT are on demand or live, depending on location.
Pay-per-views: Big events like WrestleMania, SummerSlam, and Royal Rumble are on Peacock and Netflix. Fans can watch live with no extra cost.
Classic matches: Netflix is slowly adding more old content. It started with a few. More are expected soon.
Original content: WWE is working with Netflix on new shows. One example is WWE: Unreal, a new documentary coming July 29, 2025.
What’s Next for WWE Content?
The future is big for WWE fans. Netflix will expand its WWE content. More archive matches will arrive in the coming months.
WWE is planning new original shows. Special events like Evolution (July 13, Atlanta) and Survivor Series (Nov 29, San Diego) will stream live.
WWE Network may close in the remaining countries later. That depends on when deals end. Netflix will likely take over there, too.
What Fans Should Do Now
If you’re in the U.S., subscribe to Peacock Premium. It has all WWE content in one place.
If you’re outside the U.S., get Netflix. WWE content is now part of your subscription. You don’t pay extra for PPVs.
If you’re in a country still using WWE Network, you can keep watching there. But expect a change in the future.
If you’re missing classic content, be patient. Netflix is adding more movies and documentaries over time.
Final Words
WWE Network was once a game-changer. It gave fans everything in one place. But times have changed.
In the U.S., WWE content moved to Peacock in 2021. Now, in 2025, most of the world uses Netflix to watch WWE.
The WWE Network is nearly gone. Only a few places still use it. But fans are gaining access to better platforms. With more shows, more content, and smoother streaming.
This is the start of the “Netflix Era”. WWE is reaching more people than ever before. And fans everywhere are ready for what’s next.
