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will the royal rumble be on peacock

Yes—past Royal Rumbles have been on Peacock in the U.S., but starting with the 2026 event the live Royal Rumble is moving off Peacock to ESPN’s own streaming service in the U.S.

Quick Scoop

  • From 2021 through at least Royal Rumble 2025, WWE’s Royal Rumble streamed live in the U.S. on Peacock as part of the WWE Network content deal.
  • WWE’s contract to air main roster premium live events on Peacock ended after Clash in Paris in August 2025.
  • The 2026 Royal Rumble is listed as streaming live in the U.S. on ESPN’s direct‑to‑consumer service, not Peacock.
  • Internationally, the 2026 Royal Rumble is set for Netflix in most markets, with some regions still using WWE Network or local partners.

So what does that mean for you?

  • If you want to watch Royal Rumble 2025: you can watch it on Peacock (Premium) in the U.S., including on‑demand replays.
  • If you’re asking about Royal Rumble 2026 and beyond: you should plan for ESPN’s streaming app in the U.S., not Peacock, based on the current rights deal.

Always double‑check closer to the event on WWE’s site or your streaming app, since streaming rights can change or be updated with special arrangements.