The September 22 episode of WWE RAW experienced a noticeable decline in Netflix global viewership, drawing 2.3 million viewers who collectively watched 4.5 million hours of the show. This places the episode eighth on Netflix’s worldwide rankings, a drop from the previous week’s 2.6 million viewers and 5.3 million total hours viewed. While the program remained in the top 10 in nine countries, it was outpaced by Wayward: Limited Series, which led Netflix with 8.2 million viewers.
Highlights from the September 22 WWE RAW Episode
The episode featured a heated in-ring promo where Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins exchanged intense words ahead of their champion versus champion showdown at Crown Jewel. Following the confrontation, fans witnessed a no-disqualification tag match in which Penta and the War Raiders triumphed over New Day and Grayson Waller.
Women’s competition included Bayley securing a victory against Roxanne Perez. The main event saw Rhea Ripley defeat Asuka, but the aftermath left an unsettling mark when Asuka sprayed Ripley with mist and turned against IYO SKY. Forced into the attack, Kairi Sane also targeted Ripley, intensifying the storyline’s tension.
What This Decline Means for WWE RAW’s Future on Netflix
The drop in WWE RAW Netflix viewership despite strong matches and rivalries raises concerns over sustaining audience interest moving forward. As major storylines build toward Crown Jewel, the show faces pressure to maintain momentum and viewer engagement worldwide. WWE’s ability to balance compelling narratives with entertainment will be crucial to reversing this downward trend and reclaiming a higher spot in streaming rankings.
