WWE NXT Archives Vanish from Peacock as Show Moves to The CW

One big thing: WWE NXT’s past episodes are no longer available on Peacock

The archived episodes of WWE NXT have been removed from the Peacock streaming platform, coinciding with the show’s move to The CW network.

The details:

• NXT premiered on The CW on October 1, broadcasting from the Allstate Arena in Chicago.
• New episodes are now available on The CW app, but past episodes are currently inaccessible.
• NXT premium live events will continue to stream live on Peacock.

Background:

• NXT originally aired on WWE Network before moving to USA Network in 2019.
• Archived episodes were available on WWE Network and later on Peacock starting January 2021.

Why it matters:

This shift in NXT’s availability reflects WWE’s evolving media strategy and could impact how fans access the show’s history.

The bigger picture:

• WWE Raw and SmackDown currently air on USA Network.
• Raw is set to move to Netflix in January 2025.
• WWE Women’s Champion Nia Jax recently mentioned the company’s upcoming Netflix debut.

What’s next:

It remains unclear when or if past NXT episodes will become available for streaming again, leaving fans in limbo regarding access to the show’s archives.

How do you think this move will affect NXT’s viewership and fan engagement? Share your thoughts in the comments below.