WWE’s flagship show, Monday Night Raw, saw its global viewership dip to a new low for the October 27, 2025 episode, according to the latest Netflix data. Despite being the high-stakes go-home show for Saturday Night’s Main Event featuring a pivotal face-off between CM Punk and Jey Uso for the vacant World Heavyweight Championship the episode drew only 2.3 million average global viewers over a seven-day period. This marks a significant drop from the previous week’s 2.6 million and ties the record low set in late September.
Record Low Viewership Amid Major Storyline Build
The October 27 episode was heavily promoted as the final chapter before the highly anticipated Saturday Night’s Main Event, where CM Punk would ultimately capture the vacant World Heavyweight Championship in a dramatic showdown with Jey Uso. The show also featured a surprise return from Nikki Bella, who faced off against rising star Roxanne Perez in a match that doubled as an Intercontinental title opportunity. In the main event, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss successfully defended their WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships against Bayley and Lyra Valkyria.
Despite these marquee matchups and the emotional stakes surrounding Punk’s return to the top of the card, the episode struggled to capture audience attention. According to Wrestlenomics, the 2.3 million global viewership matches the lowest numbers seen since Raw’s debut on Netflix in January 2025. The show also saw 4.6 million global hours watched, the second-lowest total hours for the series since its streaming transition.
Global and Domestic Rankings Slip
On Netflix’s weekly rankings, Raw placed eighth globally among English-language shows and fourth in the United States. While the domestic ranking held steady from the previous week, the show fell two spots globally. In the U.S., Raw was outpaced by new seasons of Nobody Wants This, Selling Sunset, and The Asset. However, it managed to edge out the latest season of The Witcher, which ranked fifth in the country.
The episode’s runtime of 1 hour and 53 minutes matched the previous week, and the ten-week average viewership now sits at 2.45 million global views and 4.87 million hours watched. Despite the dip, Raw still managed to crack the top ten in 14 countries, including Mexico, Canada, the United Kingdom, India, and Saudi Arabia.
Tough Competition and Changing Viewing Habits
Industry analysts point to several factors behind the decline. The October 27 episode aired on the same night as Monday Night Football (Kansas City Chiefs vs. Washington Commanders) and Game 3 of the World Series (LA Dodgers vs. Toronto Blue Jays), both of which drew massive live audiences. The overlap with these major sporting events likely pulled viewers away from WWE’s streaming offering.
Additionally, the shift from traditional linear TV to streaming has altered how fans consume wrestling content. “The way people watch TV has changed,” said a WWE insider who spoke on condition of anonymity. “We’re seeing more binge-watching and less live viewing, which affects how these numbers are calculated. But we’re still confident in the long-term growth of the brand on Netflix.”
Premiere Hype Fades, But Long-Term Outlook Remains Positive
The January 6, 2025 premiere of Raw on Netflix was a massive success, drawing an estimated 5.9 million global viewers and ranking fourth globally. That episode was the most-watched Raw in the U.S. since 2018, according to Nielsen and VideoAmp estimates. However, the numbers have steadily declined since then, with the October 27 episode marking the lowest point in the streaming era.
Despite the dip, WWE executives remain optimistic. “We knew the premiere would be a spike, and we’ve seen fluctuations since then,” the insider added. “But the fact that we’re still in the top ten in so many countries shows that the global appetite for WWE is strong. We’re focused on building momentum for the next big event.”
What’s Next for WWE on Netflix?
With Saturday Night’s Main Event now in the books and CM Punk crowned as the new World Heavyweight Champion, WWE is expected to pivot toward new storylines and fresh matchups. The company is also rumored to be planning a major international tour in early 2026, which could help boost global viewership and engagement.
For now, the focus remains on adapting to the streaming landscape and finding ways to keep fans engaged in a crowded entertainment market. “We’re learning every week,” the insider said. “The numbers are important, but so is the quality of the product. We’re committed to delivering the best possible show for our fans, no matter where they watch it.”
Final Thoughts
The October 27 episode of WWE Raw may have hit a record low in viewership, but it also served as a reminder of the challenges and opportunities that come with streaming. As WWE continues to navigate this new era, the company’s ability to adapt and innovate will be key to its long-term success on Netflix and beyond.
