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WWE is restarting a 10-date, non-televised house-show run this July–August to give its younger wrestlers more live-in-ring experience and capitalize on profitability, with cheaper ticket prices; Cody Rhodes pushed the initiative, and additional international dates are planned later this year.
WWE plans a bigger U.S. house-show slate in summer 2026 to give younger wrestlers more live reps and take advantage of projected profits, per Dave Meltzer. The move marks a shift from the previous strategy of fewer shows for demand and less wear on an older roster, with Cody Rhodes among those advocating the expansion; other advertised talents include Oba Femi, Rhea Ripley, Seth Rollins, Jade Cargill, Trick Williams, and Drew McIntyre.
WWE announced summer 2026 U.S. live events with tickets expected to be far more affordable than recent shows, a move designed to lure families and bolster house-show tours as part of the company’s touring strategy.
Netflix Is a Joke Fest returns in 2026 with roughly 350 live events across Los Angeles from May 4–10, led by Kevin Hart hosting Funny AF, John Mulaney at the Hollywood Bowl, Seth Rogen at the Greek Theatre, Feid and Marcello Hernández’s Spanish-language show, and a Flight of the Conchords reunion, plus a slate of live podcasts, reunions, and special events at venues like the Hollywood Bowl, Comedy Store, Greek Theatre and Intuit Dome; tickets go on sale January 23, with more shows to be announced as the lineup expands.
Netflix will acquire Turner Classic Movies as part of its Warner Bros. Discovery deal, but the plan for the basic-cable channel remains uncertain: Netflix isn’t in the cable business and could keep TCM as a standalone brand, fold it into the Netflix streaming service, or leverage it for live events and classic‑film programming, all while balancing concerns from filmmakers who want TCM’s programming protected. The deal also includes HBO’s linear channel, and Netflix’s approach could shape how TCM fits into streaming, pay‑TV exposure, or future live experiences.
Tom’s Guide highlights seven Netflix additions for Jan. 19–25, including live events WWE Monday Night Raw and Star Search, the return of WWE Unreal season 2, and new titles like Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart (true crime doc), Finding Her Edge (YA skating drama), Skyscraper Live (Alex Honnold’s live free-solo), The Big Fake (Italian crime drama), and Cosmic Princess Kaguya! (JP Netflix film) with brief descriptions and release dates.
Netflix has expanded its partnership with WWE to become the U.S. home for WWE's library of premium live events, documentaries, and original programming, following the expiration of WWE's deal with Peacock. This includes past episodes of Monday Night Raw and upcoming seasons of WWE: Unreal, with Netflix also securing rights to stream WWE's live events and shows outside the U.S. for the next ten years.
WWE will start streaming its live events on ESPN's new direct-to-consumer platform earlier than planned, beginning with Wrestlepalooza on September 20 in Indianapolis, marking ESPN as the exclusive home for WWE's premium live events, including upcoming major shows like WrestleMania and SummerSlam from next year.
ESPN has secured a five-year U.S. rights deal starting in 2026 to broadcast all major WWE live events, including WrestleMania, SummerSlam, Royal Rumble, and Survivor Series, with content also available on ESPN's upcoming streaming platform, marking a significant shift from NBCU's Peacock. The deal aims to attract a younger and more diverse audience and may include additional WWE-related programming and collaborations.
Netflix is expanding its advertising efforts by launching its own ad network, increasing ad-supported subscriptions, and introducing interactive ads and live events to boost revenue, while also exploring AI to enhance content creation and visual effects, signaling a strategic shift towards monetization and technological innovation.
Fever has acquired ticketing company Dice, continuing its expansion in live-events technology. Dice will operate as a standalone app, offering access to Fever’s extensive audience across over 40 countries. The deal aims to accelerate growth, enhance ticket sales, and strengthen Fever’s position in the global live entertainment industry. Dice, with over 10 million monthly users and significant revenue growth, has a history of funding and strategic moves, including recent layoffs and industry advocacy. Fever, backed by substantial funding and high valuation, is expanding its influence in live events and sports.
WWE's 'Monday Night Raw' will maintain its family-friendly 'TV-PG' rating as it moves to Netflix, despite speculation about more mature content. WWE executives confirmed that the show will remain suitable for all ages and emphasized the global reach Netflix provides. They also addressed concerns about live streaming issues, assuring improvements after previous technical difficulties. The move marks a significant shift for WWE, which has historically been on linear TV, and is part of a broader strategy to expand its international audience and content offerings on Netflix.
Netflix faced technical challenges during its first live boxing event featuring Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, with 60 million viewers experiencing streaming issues. Despite complaints about freezing and crashing, Netflix's CTO acknowledged the need for improvement while considering the event a success. This comes as Netflix plans to expand into live sports streaming, including an upcoming NFL doubleheader and WWE events.
Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated boxing match viewed by 60 million households globally on Netflix, marking the largest live event the platform has produced. The event also featured a rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, with Taylor winning by unanimous decision. Despite its success, the event faced technical issues, including lagging and buffering, similar to previous Netflix live events. Netflix continues to expand its live event offerings, with plans to air NFL games and WWE shows in the future.
NFL star Travis Kelce is bringing back his music festival Kelce Jam, featuring performances by Lil Wayne, Diplo, and 2 Chainz, with pre-sale tickets starting at $49.99. The event, presented by Jim Beam, will also include local Kansas City restaurant pop-ups and interactive activations. Kelce discusses his love for Kansas City, his excitement for the festival, and what he's learned from his pop star girlfriend Taylor Swift about connecting with the audience during live events.