WWE fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a thrilling SummerSlam, as the event takes place over two nights for the first time. With nine titles on the line, the excitement is palpable as WWE’s flagship programming, Raw, SmackDown, and NXT, has recently shown strong viewer engagement across cable and streaming platforms.
SmackDown saw a boost in viewership, attracting 1.71 million viewers last Friday, marking its highest total since the pre-WrestleMania episode, which garnered 1.74 million. This upward trend indicates a solid interest from audiences as they tune in for storylines building up to major events. The past month has been particularly impressive for SmackDown, recording the most-watched stretch since the post-WrestleMania period.
Meanwhile, Raw has continued to thrive since its shift to Netflix in January, achieving its 29th consecutive week on the platform’s global Top 10 rankings. The show has been drawing around 2.7 million views weekly over the past two months, a clear testament to its ongoing appeal.
NXT is also experiencing a resurgence, averaging 747,000 viewers last week on The CW, its highest since late February. The show performed notably well in the coveted 18-49 demographic, with 227,000 viewers tuning in.
As anticipation builds for the historic two-night SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey this weekend, fans can catch the action live on Peacock in the U.S. and on Netflix internationally. This format not only elevates the excitement surrounding the event but also sets a precedent for future WWE programming.
With a dynamic mix of storytelling and athleticism, WWE appears poised to deliver a memorable SummerSlam, further solidifying its place in the entertainment landscape.