The landscape for WWE streaming on Netflix transformed at the start of 2025, as Netflix became the primary platform for major WWE live events and vast amounts of archived programming, shifting the focus away from the expiring partnership with Peacock. This move has consolidated the WWE viewing experience for fans, but questions still linger about the fate of some classic wrestling content and archives.
Major WWE Events and Archive Arrive on Netflix
In January 2025, Netflix significantly expanded its collaboration with WWE, marking its new role as home to Monday Night Raw and internationally broadcast premium live events, including cornerstones like WrestleMania and SummerSlam. On the first of the year, Netflix made a substantial addition to its library by uploading a large swath of WWE Archive content, catering to both longtime and new wrestling fans.
Among the most celebrated additions are the full runs of WWE’s flagship premium live events: Royal Rumble, WrestleMania, and SummerSlam. Fans now have the ability to relive these iconic events at their convenience, consolidating years of wrestling history on one platform. Also included are notable events like Bad Blood, Backlash, and In Your House, expanding options for nostalgia-driven viewing.
Netflix’s latest collection goes beyond the most prominent tournaments. It has also brought over more specialized content such as Capitol Punishment and Capital Carnage, creating a well-rounded archive for dedicated followers. Notably, the recent PLE, Wrestlepalooza, has found a home on Netflix after its debut on ESPN, though ESPN is set to retain first airing rights on future live WWE PLEs, keeping the platform rotation active for the newest content.
Peacock’s WWE Content Dwindles
As the WWE Archive’s migration to Netflix nears completion, Peacock has lost the bulk of its premium wrestling content. The transfer streamlines viewing for WWE enthusiasts, with virtually all major upcoming and historic PLEs now located on Netflix’s global platform. What remains on Peacock is sparse: among the few significant pieces are the latest Saturday Night’s Main Event, which was marked by John Cena’s retirement match, and a 2009 WWE special titled The Best of Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Some uncertainty persists regarding the location of older Saturday Night’s Main Event episodes, including the historic July 12th edition featuring Goldberg’s retirement match. As of now, all NXT premium live events will continue to be available on Peacock through March 2026, maintaining a fragment of continuity for fans following newer WWE talent and storylines.
Many Classic Wrestling Archives Remain Offline
The recent shift means Netflix now serves as the hub for much of WWE’s streaming presence, but not all historic wrestling footage is currently available. With content disappearing from Peacock on January 1st, full archives for former brands such as WCW, ECW, and WCCW, as well as other older territory libraries, remain off-limits to digital audiences. This has raised concerns and anticipation among collectors and longtime fans eager to revisit classic matches and events.
According to a report from Fightful, there is a potential that some of this archival wrestling content may see new life on YouTube, where a special Vault channel could feature selections from WCW and ECW. However, there is no clear timeline or confirmation that the complete libraries will become available through this channel or return to other streaming platforms. As of now, neither Netflix, Peacock, nor WWE itself has offered assurance about future streaming availability for these historic programs. For now, patient fans must wait to see if these pieces of wrestling heritage will be restored to an accessible home.
The latest developments in WWE streaming on Netflix reflect a significant consolidation of wrestling entertainment under a single, major streaming service, while also highlighting ongoing ambiguity about the full extent of available archives. This transition could further elevate Netflix’s position as a destination for global WWE fans, but leaves open the enduring question of where and when the complete epics of wrestling will once again be easily accessible.
