WWE Video Library to Exit Peacock by December 31

A significant portion of WWE's extensive video library, including full archives from WCW, ECW, and various territory-era promotions, is scheduled to leave NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming service by the end of December, earlier than many fans anticipated. The departure, set for December 31, affects hundreds of classic events, pay-per-views, documentaries, and regional shows from promotions like Mid-South, Stampede, and the AWA, prompting viewers to act quickly to access the material.

The move stems from the expiration of key elements in WWE's five-year agreement with Peacock, which began in March 2021 and integrated the former WWE Network library into the platform for U.S. audiences. While the overall deal was slated to run through 2026, notices have appeared on a wide range of content indicating removal as early as this month. Officials have not detailed the exact reasons for the accelerated timeline, but it aligns with WWE's ongoing realignment of its media rights amid broader industry shifts.

In the United States, the future home of the library remains unclear, though ESPN has expressed interest in acquiring portions of it. Dave Meltzer, reporting on Wrestling Observer Radio,...