WWE Raw may undergo a slight change in the spring of 2025.
Over the course of its 30-plus-year history, the flagship show has always been broadcast at 8 pm on a Monday night. When shows have taken place overseas, either a double taping has occurred on the show will air on delay. However, with WWE Raw being broadcast on Netflix in January 2025, there is a lot more leeway with what the company can do in terms of broadcast time as there is no definitive timeslot.
WWE recently confirmed dates for the Road to WrestleMania house shows, which will predominantly take place in Europe. Additionally, multiple Raw and SmackDown tapings will take place on the continent. With this in mind, the shows could be airing live around the world.
Speaking about the upcoming shows on WrestleVotes Radio, it was noted that Netflix is open to having Raw broadcast on the platform in the afternoon in the United States as opposed to airing a few hours after the taping concluded in Europe:
“WWE did make some big news internationally this week, as they announced a three-week tour of the United Kingdom, directly in the middle of WrestleMania season, with six of those shows being TV episodes of both Raw and SmackDown. We are told that, after speaking with Netflix sources, that Netflix is absolutely open to the idea of broadcasting those Raw shows live as they happen. Basically, TC, we could be looking at some Monday afternoon Raw right in the middle of WrestleMania season. We’re told that WWE is considering the idea, no decision, one way or the other, but Netflix is on board for doing those shows live as they happen. Of course, Smackdown will be on tape delay from USA Network. Nothing changing there, but to be determined, if Netflix wants to host these shows live as it’s on the table.”
When Will WWE Raw Premiere On Netflix?
Monday, January 6th will be the all-important premiere date for Raw and is expected to be a newsworthy and star-studded affair. In addition to Raw, non-US markets will also be getting SmackDown, NXT and Premium Live Events on the platform.
H/t to Wrestling News.co
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