WWE Monday Night RAW debut is huge success

https://www.newser.com/story/362287/wwe-monday-night-raw-debut-thrills-on-netflix.html

World Wrestling Entertainment's Monday Night RAW debuted on Netflix to a stellar reception, drawing a substantial global audience of 4.9 million and capturing 2.6 million homes in the US, as reported by VideoAmp. This marks the launch of WWE's decade-long alliance with Netflix, a deal exceeding $5 billion, offering an option to extend or withdraw after five years. This significant debut is noteworthy as RAW previously averaged 1.2 million viewers on USA Network last year.

The episode recorded the highest viewing figures since the aftermath of WrestleMania, which peaked at 2.36 million viewers in April. WWE says the episode is the most viewed in five years, showcasing significant growth in audience reach through its new streaming platform. While this global audience is impressive, numbers exclude viewership from 92 regions where Netflix currently lacks rights, such as France, Germany, and Japan.

Netflix boasts a subscriber base of 282.3 million across over 190 countries. It is now the exclusive streaming provider for RAW in markets including the US, Canada, the UK, and Latin America, with more regions anticipated. Given these initial results, the platform's partnership appears poised for continued success, potentially reshaping audience engagement in the professional wrestling domain