RAW on Netflix is the headline here. No cable. No TV timeslots. Just global, on-demand, weekly wrestling streamed straight to the fans. Episode 1 gives us exclusive, never-before-seen access to this historic launch night at The Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
RAW x Netflix: A Game-Changer
The episode begins with WWE officials and production staff buzzing inside the Intuit Dome, counting down to the very first live Monday Night RAW to stream globally on Netflix.
We get insight into:
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How the Netflix deal is a business turning point
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The challenges of switching from TV to streaming (no commercial breaks!)
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The live TV pressure amplified in a digital-first era
Gorilla Position & Production Access
For long-time fans, this might be the biggest treat:
The camera follows producers into the gorilla position — the hub of live TV production
On-the-fly changes, cue calling, lighting, and crowd mic levels are all managed here in real-time
This section shows how the WWE product is more than just what we see in-ring — it's a delicate dance of camera angles, live storytelling, and massive tech coordination.
Behind the Curtain: WWE’s Creative Engine
Episode 1 dives deep into how storylines and matches are developed. We see:
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Whiteboards, notebooks, and match layout tables filled with ideas
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Creative producers and writers collaborating in real-time
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A behind-the-scenes look at how episodes of RAW are structured like live television dramas
The gorilla position, named after Gorilla Monsoon, is featured prominently. This is the nerve center of WWE operations, where producers manage segment cues and live broadcasts.
💥 Major Superstar Spotlights
Several major WWE stars are featured in this episode:
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CM Punk (Phil Brooks) — His return to WWE after years of personal and professional conflict with Triple H is covered. Punk’s ongoing rivalry with Seth Rollins (Seth Franklin Lopez) is framed with real-life tension going back to the early 2000s.
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Rhea Ripley (Demi Bennett) — Candid backstage moments show her leadership role in the women’s division and her investment in every promo and match.
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Cody Rhodes — Former champion and emotional core of this new WWE era.
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John Cena — In the twilight of his career, Cena appears as the current WWE Champion, embarking on what’s teased as his final run.
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The Rock — Reintroduced as the “Final Boss” of WWE, portraying a darker heel version of himself while balancing his movie stardom.
🔧 Production & Legacy Architects
The episode shines a light on some of the lesser-seen forces behind WWE’s ongoing success:
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Paul Heyman, Bruce Prichard, Michael “PS” Hayes, Robert Roode, and Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) are shown shaping talent, segments, and storytelling.
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The use of a planning calendar as a visual guide helps show how WWE operates continuously — from daily creative meetings to weekly show execution and premium live event build-ups.