How to watch WWE SmackDown: US, UK, Canada, Australia and more

WWE SmackDown How to Watch USA Network

WWE SmackDown remains one of the key programmes of the company’s weekly schedule. Following a run on the FOX Network, USA Network now airs the television show 52 weeks a year for fans in the United States. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to watch WWE SmackDown in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Europe, Japan, and other territories.​

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Watching WWE SmackDown in the United States

In the United States, WWE SmackDown usually airs live every Friday at 8 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the USA Network. Viewers can access the USA Network through various cable and satellite providers.

Additionally, live streaming options are available via platforms such as FuboTV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV, all of which include the USA Network in their channel lineups. Some of these services offer free trials for new subscribers, providing an opportunity to experience SmackDown live without immediate commitment.

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Watching WWE SmackDown in the United Kingdom

For fans in the United Kingdom, WWE SmackDown is available for live streaming on Netflix every week at the same time as the US broadcast. This transition to Netflix, which began in January 2025, offers UK viewers seamless access to live broadcasts and a selection of archived episodes. Netflix UK subscription plans range from £5.99 per month to £18.99 per month, catering to various viewing preferences.

Watching WWE SmackDown in Canada

Canadian audiences can stream WWE SmackDown live on Netflix, aligning with the U.S. broadcast schedule (again usually Fridays at 8 p.m. ET). This move consolidates WWE content onto a single platform, simplifying access for Canadian fans. Netflix Canada offers subscription plans starting at CAD $9.99 per month.

Watching WWE SmackDown in Australia

In Australia, WWE SmackDown airs live on Saturday mornings. Fans can watch the live broadcast on Fox8 or stream it via Netflix. This dual availability ensures that Australian viewers have flexible options to catch the latest episodes of the show.

Watching WWE SmackDown in Japan

Japanese fans can watch WWE SmackDown live on ABEMA every Saturday at 8:00 p.m. Japan Standard Time (JST). Abema offers a dedicated platform for WWE content, meaning that you can get timely access to content.

For other countries, consulting local TV guides or streaming platforms is recommended to determine SmackDown’s broadcast details. ​

WWE SmackDown Broadcast Information by Region

RegionPlatform/ChannelBroadcast Time
United StatesUSA NetworkFridays, 8 p.m. ET
United KingdomNetflixFridays, 7 p.m. GMT
CanadaNetflixFridays, 8 p.m. ET
AustraliaFox8 / NetflixSaturdays, check local listings
Germany, Austria, SwitzerlandProSieben MaxxSaturdays, check local listings
France, BelgiumAB1Saturdays, check local listings
ItalyDiscovery+/DMAXLive/7-day delay
JapanAbemaSaturdays, 8:00 p.m. JST
IndiaSony Sports NetworkSaturdays, 5:30 a.m. IST
MENAShahid / MBC ActionSaturdays, check local listings
South AfricaSuperSportSaturdays, check local listings
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