Netflixs dive into live WWE content is already hitting a rough patch with fans. Following the debut of Monday Night Raw on the streaming giant, viewers are now pointing out a glaring omission: no picture-in-picture during live episodes of NXT, and likely SmackDown as well.
Fans tuning in to NXT live on Netflix were disappointed to find that during commercial breaks, instead of picture-in-picture action, they were greeted with a We will be right back chyron playing over slow-motion hype footage of WWE stars.
For US viewers used to catching the action during breaks, the lack of this feature feels like a step backward. One fan summed it up online, saying, We get picture-in-picture everywhere elsewhy not here?
This situation mirrors issues MAX subscribers have complained about with AEW shows, where live episodes also lack the picture-in-picture feature that enhances the viewing experience. With Netflix following suit, fans are growing increasingly vocal about the missing feature.
Adding to the frustration, new WWE episodes on Netflix kick off with the platforms signature TUDUM sound before transitioning into WWEs Then. Now. Forever. Together intro, but offer no extra footage to make up for the picture-in-picture loss.
Netflixs decision has sparked speculation that SmackDown, set to join the platform, will face the same issue. If true, fans might find themselves choosing between live action and a more polished, edited version after the fact, but missing out on uninterrupted matches during commercial breaks could be a deal-breaker for many.
As WWEs partnership with Netflix continues to evolve, the absence of picture-in-picture during live broadcasts might become a sore spot for fans who expect more from the streaming platform.
What do you think about Netflix skipping picture-in-picture during WWE shows? Should they step up their game to match what fans are used to, or is it no big deal? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
