WWE Raw 2026: Season Preview
Monday Night Raw made history by moving to Netflix in January 2025 — and 2026 promises to be the biggest year yet for the longest-running weekly episodic TV show in history. Here's everything you need to know.
The Netflix Effect
Global Reach
Netflix's 300M+ subscriber base brings Raw to fans in markets that USA Network never reached. International viewership has surged since the January 2025 move.
Production Quality
Netflix investment means bigger production values — cinematic packages, enhanced storytelling, and premium-quality presentation befitting the platform.
Live + On Demand
Raw airs live on Netflix and is immediately available to catch up on demand — making it easier than ever to follow the weekly show without cable TV.
International Stars
Netflix deals have pushed WWE to feature more international talent prominently — stars who resonate in key streaming markets around the world.
2026 Championship Picture
WWE Championship — Cody Rhodes' continuing reign
The Undisputed WWE Champion carried into 2026, Raw will feature major championship matches and storylines as WrestleMania season approaches.
Intercontinental Championship — Mid-card prestige
The IC title remains Raw's cornerstone mid-card championship — with fresh feuds and emerging stars fighting their way up the card.
Raw Tag Team Championship — Division rebuilding
WWE's tag team division continues its resurgence on Raw, with new teams emerging to challenge for gold each month.
Key 2026 Storylines
Road to WrestleMania
January through April is WrestleMania season — Raw becomes the primary stage for setting up the year's biggest matches and moments.
Seth Rollins' Path
The Visionary continues to be one of Raw's most compelling characters — his pursuit of championship gold and ongoing storylines drive Monday nights.
CM Punk — The Drama Continues
The Second City Saint's Raw presence brings guaranteed must-see moments — from promos to in-ring feuds that generate massive engagement.
Raw Highlights
(Raw spoilers) Brock instructs superstar during their segment
Toni Storm is for the children ♥️
The Costco Guys and the Rizzler react to Ospreay's return at AEW Revolution
Hornswoggle explains his most traumatic memory to JBL
[Raw Spoilers] Shedding a tear
[Raw Spoilers] You, are cursed 👏 You, are cursed 👏