WWE Raw Surges to 5th in Netflix Global Rankings with Record Monthly Views

The July 14 episode of WWE Raw, streamed live from Birmingham, Alabama, has risen to fifth place in Netflix’s global rankings for English-language shows, according to data shared via Netflix’s Tudum website. The episode, which featured developments following recent events like Saturday Night’s Main Event and Evolution, drew 2.7 million views over the week ending July 20, marking a notable increase of 100,000 views compared to the previous week.

This upward movement exemplifies WWE Raw’s steady traction on the streaming platform, placing it well within the top tier of Netflix’s weekly viewership charts. The rise coincided with high-profile storylines, including CM Punk’s victory in a Gauntlet match that set up a World title showdown against Gunther at the upcoming SummerSlam event.

How Netflix Measures and Ranks WWE Raw’s Viewership

Netflix’s Tudum site calculates rankings based on the total amount of viewing time subscribers spend on a show divided by the episode‘s length, thereby generating a normalized viewer count. The platform offers a global Top 10 ranking where it transparently provides viewership numbers, alongside country-specific rankings that list titles without exact figures. WWE Raw’s consistent placement in the global Top 10 ensures continued visibility into its monthly performance.

Weekly Performance Compared to Other Netflix Titles and Live Broadcast Competitors

Despite WWE Raw’s success, it faces strong competition from other popular Netflix content and live events. For instance, during the same week, the limited series Untamed was the most-watched English-language show with 24.6 million views, vastly outpacing Raw’s numbers. In live television, WWE Raw competed against ESPN’s MLB Home Run Derby, which attracted 5.23 million viewers and achieved a 1.53 rating among adults aged 18-49. Notably, wrestler Cody Rhodes participated in the Derby, awarding the winner, Cal “Big Dumper” Raleigh, with a title belt, adding extra buzz to the event.

Geographic Breakdown of WWE Raw’s Netflix Rankings

WWE Raw’s popularity on Netflix varies across international markets. In the United States, the show secured the fifth spot last week, dropping one position from the prior episode. Other locations showed mixed results:

• Australia: Did not appear in the Top 10, unchanged from previous weeks.
• Bolivia: Improved to seventh place; SmackDown rose to eighth.
• Canada: Maintained fifth place; SmackDown held sixth.
• India: Climbed at least three spots to eighth position.
• Mexico: Rose two or more spots to ninth place.
• Saudi Arabia: Did not place in the Top 10.
• United Kingdom: Dropped one position to seventh place.

This geographic diversity highlights WWE Raw’s global fanbase and varying local popularity, remaining a key show in multiple Netflix markets.

Ongoing Viewership Trends Since January 2025

Since entering Netflix’s platform earlier this year, WWE Raw’s episodes have consistently ranked among the top shows globally. Below is a detailed week-by-week overview of viewership figures and rankings, illustrating its sustained engagement:

1. Jan. 6, 2025 – 5.9 million views; ranked 4th globally, 5th in the U.S.
2. Jan. 13 – 3.7 million views; 4th globally, 4th in the U.S.
3. Jan. 20 – 3.0 million views; 7th globally, 4th in the U.S.
4. Jan. 27 – 2.9 million views; 9th globally, 5th in the U.S.
5. Feb. 3 – 3.1 million views; 7th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
6. Feb. 10 – 2.8 million views; 8th globally, 5th in the U.S.
7. Feb. 17 – 2.8 million views; 10th globally, 5th in the U.S.
8. Feb. 24 – 2.6 million views; 8th globally, 6th in the U.S.
9. March 3 – 3.1 million views; 7th globally, 4th in the U.S.
10. March 10 – 3.0 million views; 6th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
11. March 17 – 3.1 million views; 4th globally, 4th in the U.S.
12. March 24 – 3.0 million views; 4th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
13. March 31 – 2.9 million views; 8th globally, 6th in the U.S.
14. April 7 – 2.8 million views; 10th globally, 6th in the U.S.
15. April 14 – 2.9 million views; 9th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
16. April 21 – 3.6 million views; 5th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
17. April 28 – 3.0 million views; 4th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
18. May 5 – 2.8 million views; 4th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
19. May 12 – 2.7 million views; 8th globally, 7th in the U.S.
20. May 19 – 2.7 million views; 9th globally, 5th in the U.S.
21. May 26 – 2.6 million views; 6th globally, 4th in the U.S.
22. June 2 – 2.7 million views; 8th globally, 4th in the U.S.
23. June 9 – 2.9 million views; 7th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
24. June 16 – 2.7 million views; 9th globally, 4th in the U.S.
25. June 23 – 2.6 million views; 4th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
26. June 30 – 2.5 million views; 5th globally, 3rd in the U.S.
27. July 7 – 2.6 million views; 6th globally, 4th in the U.S.
28. July 14 – 2.7 million views; 5th globally, 5th in the U.S.

What WWE Raw’s Ranking Means for Its Future on Netflix

WWE Raw’s consistent presence near the top of Netflix’s global charts signifies strong ongoing interest from viewers both in the United States and internationally. Maintaining a position within the Top 10 ensures transparency around viewership data, which may cease if the show drops out of this range. With key storylines progressing toward marquee matches like the SummerSlam title clash, WWE Raw appears poised to sustain or even build on its streaming momentum. This performance solidifies WWE’s content as a significant player in Netflix’s lineup, highlighting the wrestler-driven show’s appeal in a diverse set of markets worldwide.

Our Reader’s Queries

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