WrestleMania Comes to ESPN’s Streaming Platform in 2026
A news story that shakes the world of sports entertainment. Starting in 2026, World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) events will be integrated into ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer streaming service, thanks to a strategic agreement between both entities. The recently announced agreement includes the broadcast of two-night events such as WrestleMania and SummerSlam, as well as other premium live WWE events, including Royal Rumble, Survivor Series, and Money in the Bank. WWE will handle the production of these events for ESPN platforms, becoming the exclusive home for this content in the United States.The agreement also includes the broadcast of pre- and post-event programs of WWE live events via ESPN. ESPN’s streaming service will launch on August 21st with a monthly price of $29.99, maintaining the name of the linear channel: ESPN. This direct-to-consumer service will offer access to the seven national linear ESPN channels, in addition to ESPN on ABC and other streaming options. Previously, WWE events were broadcast via Peacock in 2025.WWE has an immense, dedicated, and passionate fanbase that we are excited to serve on our new ESPN streaming platform.
Jimmy Pitaro, President of ESPN
