WWE Raw will shift to a two-hour format for the remainder of 2024, before moving to Netflix in early 2025, where the show's format could change again. This decision has been met with approval from former WWE personalities like Freddie Prinze Jr., Eric Bischoff, and Matt Hardy, who believe the shorter runtime will enhance the show's quality and pacing. Prinze Jr. suggests that the reduced airtime may lead to a smaller roster, pushing some wrestlers to seek opportunities in other promotions like AEW, GCW, and MLW. Meanwhile, WWE SmackDown, airing on the USA Network, is expected to expand to a three-hour format starting January 2025 to capitalize on additional advertising revenue. This shift reflects strategic decisions by the USA Network to optimize viewership and revenue. Fans and industry insiders alike are optimistic that these changes will improve the overall storytelling and engagement of WWE's programming.