WWE viewership trends show growth for SmackDown and stability for RAW on Netflix

WWE's recent programming has seen varying viewership trends across television and streaming platforms. The August 10, 2026, episode of Monday Night RAW on Netflix garnered approximately 2.6 million views and 4.5 million streaming hours. While view counts remained stable compared to the previous week, they represent a decrease from the 2.8 million views recorded during the same period in 2025. Globally, RAW ranked 8th among the most-watched English-language TV series for that week, performing strongly in the US (5th), Canada (6th), and the UK (8th).

In contrast, WWE SmackDown experienced a significant viewership surge. The July 31, 2026, episode in Green Bay, Wisconsin, averaged 1.37 million viewers, a 10% increase from the previous week and the highest rating since April 2026. The show saw a 35% increase in the 18-49 demographic, although overall numbers remain lower than the previous year. Meanwhile, NXT viewership remained relatively flat, experiencing a decline in the 18-49 age demographic.