WWE Raw Hits Rock Bottom on Netflix: Is This the Beginning of the End?
Imagine this: WWE Raw, a show that once dominated the wrestling world, is now struggling to keep up with the big leagues on Netflix. But here's where it gets controversial – is this a sign of a larger trend, or just a temporary blip on the radar? Let's dive into the numbers and see what's really going on.
Sean Rueter, a seasoned wrestling enthusiast and blogger for SBNation and Cageside Seats, has been keeping a close eye on WWE Raw's performance on Netflix. According to data from Netflix's Tudum website, which ranks shows based on weekly views calculated by dividing total viewing time by episode duration, Raw's numbers aren't looking too hot.
The Numbers Don't Lie – Or Do They?
The latest episode, streamed live from Anaheim on October 27, boasted a face-off between CM Punk and Jey Uso, and a Women's Tag Title match with the Kabuki Warriors. Sounds exciting, right? Yet, it only managed to rack up 2.3 million views – a staggering 300,000 less than the previous episode. This ties with two late September episodes for the lowest views on the platform, causing Raw to slip two spots in the global rankings to 8th place. In the U.S., it held steady at 4th place, but that's little consolation when you consider that Netflix's top show during the same period, the Danish thriller The Asset, pulled in 11.3 million views.
The Competition is Fierce – But is That the Whole Story?
Now, let's talk about the elephant in the room: competition. On the same night as Raw's Anaheim episode, Monday Night Football drew 17.2 million viewers, and the epic 18-inning World Series Game 3 attracted 10.1 million viewers on FOX. But is this the only reason for Raw's declining numbers? And this is the part most people miss – could it be that the show's content or format isn't resonating with Netflix's global audience as much as it used to?
We've been tracking Raw's views data, and it's a rollercoaster ride. From a high of 5.9 million views in January 2025 to the recent lows, it's clear that something's not quite clicking. But what? Is it the storylines, the characters, or the overall presentation? These are questions that WWE and Netflix need to address.
What's Next for Raw on Netflix?
As we continue to monitor Raw's performance, one thing is certain: if the numbers don't improve, we might see it drop out of the global Top 10. And once that happens, will Netflix still be as transparent with the data? It's a tricky situation, and one that raises more questions than answers.
So, what do you think? Is Raw's decline on Netflix a temporary setback, or a sign of a deeper issue? Are the storylines not engaging enough, or is the competition simply too fierce? Let's start a conversation – do you think WWE needs to rethink its strategy for the Netflix era, or is this just a bump in the road? Share your thoughts in the comments, and let's discuss the future of wrestling on streaming platforms.
