smack down
SmackDown, also known as Friday Night SmackDown or simply SmackDown, is a professional wrestling television program produced by WWE. It airs live every Friday at 8pm ET on FOX. The show showcases SmackDown brand wrestlers who are assigned by WWE to compete and entertain. SmackDown is considered one of the main shows along with Monday Night Raw.
SmackDown originally premiered on UPN on April 29, 1999, and originally aired on Thursdays. It was later moved to Friday nights on September 9, 2005, and began airing on The CW in September 2006 following the merger of UPN and The WB. In October 2008, it moved to MyNetworkTV. The show subsequently moved to the Syfy Network on October 1, 2010, and returned to Thursday nights on January 15, 2015.
On January 7, 2016, SmackDown moved to the USA Network and will air live every Tuesday night starting on July 19, 2016. The show returns to Friday nights and over-the-air television in 2019 after moving to Fox on October 4. Throughout its history, SmackDown has filmed on multiple stages and cities across six countries: the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Japan, Italy and Mexico.
Prior to the current live broadcast format, taped segments would be aired early in Ireland and the UK due to time differences. The show celebrated its 15th anniversary on October 10, 2014, and celebrated its 1,000th episode on October 16, 2018. With the WWE Network in the United States going off the air on April 4, 2021, all SmackDown content has been moved to Peacock. All episodes of SmackDown are now available on the streaming platform, with recent episodes available for on-demand viewing 30 days after their original air dates.
How to watch SmackDown live on Peacock?
Peacock has become the premier destination for streaming WWE events. This NBC streaming service lets you watch a variety of WWE content online, including weekly series and major live events on-demand and live.
Peacock offers two subscription options: Premium and Premium Plus. The premium package is priced at $4.99 per month and gives you access to live and on-demand content. But please note that you will encounter ads while streaming. If you prefer an ad-free on-demand content experience and want to access live broadcasts of local NBC channels, you can choose the Premium Plus package, which costs $9.99 per month.
You can enjoy WWE on your TV by accessing Peacock on various streaming devices such as Amazon Firestick, Roku, Apple TV, and similar platforms. Additionally, you can stream WWE content on Peacock using your mobile device, computer, or tablet. In addition to WWE streaming, a Peacock subscription provides you with thousands of hours of entertainment content from popular movies and shows like The Office and Yellowstone.
To watch SmackDown live on Peacock, you can follow these steps:
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Visit the Peacock website or open the Peacock app on your device. Peacock is available on a variety of platforms such as web browsers, smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and streaming devices.
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Log in to your Peacock account. If you don’t have an account, you can create one by following the on-screen instructions.
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Once logged in, navigate to the Browse or Search section of the Peacock platform.
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In the search bar, type “SmackDown” or “WWE SmackDown” and press Enter or click the search icon.
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Find SmackDown live in the search results, or browse the WWE category or sports section to find it.
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Click on a SmackDown live event or the latest episode to start streaming.
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Enjoy watching SmackDown live on Peacock!
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Where can I watch SmackDown live?
To watch SmackDown live, you can watch Fox on your TV. SmackDown airs every Friday night at 8:00 pm Eastern Time (ET) on Fox. You can check local listings to confirm exact times in your area.
If you prefer to live stream SmackDown online, you have two options:
Hulu (with live TV)
Hulu offers a live TV streaming service that includes access to SmackDown. With a Hulu + Live TV subscription, you can watch SmackDown live on Fox. In addition to live TV, Hulu also offers on-demand content from various networks. Hulu + Live TV starts at $64.99 per month. Please note that this price is accurate as of September 2021 and may change thereafter. You can visit the Hulu website for the latest pricing and information.
Fox Sports app or website
The Fox Sports app or website allows you to live stream sporting events, including SmackDown. You can download the Fox Sports app on your smartphone or tablet, or visit the website on your computer. However, please note that access to live content on the Fox Sports app or website may require a cable or satellite TV subscription. You will need to log in with your TV provider credentials to access the live stream.
It’s worth mentioning that while the previous option involved a bundle of Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+, it didn’t directly provide live access to SmackDown. SmackDown airs primarily on Fox, and the Hulu + live TV option includes access to Fox channels.
SmackDown Live Tonight
Tonight (July 14), SmackDown will air live from the PNC Arena in Raleigh, North Carolina. This episode is part of preparations for SummerSlam, which takes place next month. Some fans feel that WWE needs to give LA Knight more attention and stop underestimating him. While he didn’t win the Money in the Bank contract, some thought it wasn’t a big deal since Roman Reigns was expected to retain the title for a while.
Additionally, there were rumors that Knight and YouTuber Logan Paul might have a match at SummerSlam, but those rumors were debunked when Paul was paired with Ricochet. After “Money in the Bank,” L.A. Knight was noticeably absent from television last week, only participating in a darker segment of Hit Row at Madison Square Garden. Many fans like Knight and want to see him on TV regularly, so WWE should prioritize him and capitalize on his current popularity.
Although the SummerSlam card is almost full, there is still room for United States Champion Austin Theory’s match. Some believe Knight could be the man to end Theory’s lackluster championship reign, but there are other possibilities. There are other storylines to watch besides the Los Angeles Cavaliers situation. WWE Women’s Champion Asuka will face former champion Bianca Belair for the title, with Charlotte Flair and Money in the Bank contract holder IYO SKY also expected to get involved.
Jey Uso challenges WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns to a title match, but Roman Reigns’ advocate Paul Heyman may have a say in accepting or rejecting the challenge. WWE Tag Team Champions Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn are also looking to compete at SummerSlam, possibly against teams like Street Profits, The OC or LWO. WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez are taking on challenges from Chelsea Green, Sonya Deville and Rhea Ripley.
Other things to watch include Edge’s return and his potential opponent at SummerSlam, AJ Styles’ feud with Karrion Kross, Shotzi’s update after the attack, Bobby Lashley’s absence, Cameron Grimes’ situation after Baron and Corbin moving on NXT, a potential match between the Brawling Brutes and Pretty Deadly and rumors of Carlito’s return. As SmackDown airs tonight, fans will be eagerly awaiting how WWE handles these storylines and prepares for SummerSlam.
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