WWE’s flagship programming, Monday Night RAW, has been a staple in the world of professional wrestling since its debut on January 11, 1993. Every week, fans tune in to catch the latest in-ring action, storyline developments, and dramatic moments. Currently airing on the USA Network, RAW’s enduring popularity is a testament to its quality and entertainment value. With over 1500 original episodes, the show is one of the longest-running weekly episodic programs in the US. RAW’s total runtime of three hours, including commercials, makes it one of the longest-running pro-wrestling programs, cementing its status as a true icon in the world of sports entertainment. While the show can be streamed via WWE Network, viewers in the United States can catch it on Peacock TV 30 days after the original air date.

WWE RAW History

From January 1985 to January 1993, WWF Prime Time Wrestling held the mantle as the premier programming for the WWF promotion, airing on the USA Network. However, on January 11, 1993, it was replaced by the revolutionary Monday Night Raw, which forever changed the landscape of pro-wrestling television. Prior to Raw, most wrestling programs were pre-taped, but Raw set itself apart by broadcasting live from arenas, capturing the excitement and unpredictability of the live events. The show started as a one-hour program, but was expanded to two hours in January 1997 and then to the current three-hour format in July 2012.

How long is WWE RAW every week?

WWE RAW is a lengthy program, with a total runtime of 180 minutes, including commercial breaks.

What was the first WWE RAW main event?

In the inaugural episode of Monday Night Raw, The Undertaker emerged victorious in the main event by defeating Damian Demento.