Netflix has officially designated the January 5, 2026 episode of WWE Raw as “Stranger Things Night.” This unique crossover event will feature elements from the popular series as part of the show’s premiere of the new year. On Christmas Day, Netflix teased the collaboration with a new trailer, generating excitement among fans of both franchises.
The January 5 episode will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, marking a significant occasion as it celebrates the one-year anniversary of Raw’s arrival on Netflix. Promoting the event, Netflix stated, “RAW gets Stranger – It’s Stranger Things Night on WWE RAW!” They further emphasized that the episode will feature some of the biggest names in WWE, coinciding with the start of the WrestleMania season. Viewers can tune in live at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT.
Three title matches have already been confirmed for the show. The lineup includes:
– CM Punk, the World Heavyweight Champion, defending his title against Bron Breakker
– Maxxine Dupri, the Women’s Intercontinental Champion, facing off against Becky Lynch
– The Women’s Tag Team Champions, The Kabuki Warriors (comprising Asuka and Kairi Sane), defending their championship against IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley
“Stranger Things” has become one of Netflix’s most successful series, currently airing its fifth and final season. The collaboration with WWE marks another innovative crossover for the platform. Just recently, there was also a WWE crossover during Netflix’s NFL coverage, with wrestler Seth Rollins appearing on the pre-game panel for the Minnesota Vikings versus Detroit Lions game.
As anticipation builds for “Stranger Things Night,” fans of both WWE and the beloved series are eager to see how this crossover will unfold, promising a memorable start to 2026’s wrestling events.
