Press Release: The New WWE Network UK Launch Date

UPDATE: Stephanie McMahon spoke with The Sun about the launch, saying, “I think the beauty of the WWE Network is that there really is something for everyone…We have the most passionate fans in the world. The Network, as well as all of our programming is designed to give them a creative experience worthy of that passion.”

She added: “There are no differences with the exception of the price point – it is £9.99 in the UK and €12.99 in Ireland. We’re ready to press that button on January 19, just in time for the Royal Rumble.”

As to the company’s relationship with Sky, she said, “It is important to note we continue our very strong relationship with BSkyB and we are proud to be their partner. But the WWE Network is exclusively owned by WWE so it is important for subscribers to know they can only sign up via WWE.com.”

In addition, WWE has sent out the following press release to us regarding the UK and Ireland WWE Network launch:

WWE® NETWORK COMES TO THE UK AND IRELAND

STAMFORD, Conn., January 4, 2015 – Beginning Monday, January 19, WWE Network will be available in the UK for £9.99 per month and Ireland for €12.99 per month on a direct-to-consumer basis, with no commitment and the ability to cancel any time. Fans will be able to sign up in time to watch Royal Rumble® LIVE on Sunday, January 25 and see which WWE Superstar competes for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania® 31.

WWE Network subscribers in the UK and Ireland will have access to the U.S. English language version of WWE Network with all 12 annual pay-per-view events LIVE at no additional cost, 24/7 scheduled programming and the most comprehensive video-on-demand library with more than 2,700 hours of content, including every WWE, WCW and ECW pay-per-view.

“We are thrilled to start the new year by offering WWE Network directly to our fans in the UK and Ireland,” said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman & CEO. “I want to thank our fans in the UK and Ireland for their patience, and I’m confident it will be well worth the wait.”

Like other digital subscription services, such as Netflix and Hulu Plus, fans are able to sign up online by going to WWE.com and can watch WWE Network on their TV through connected devices such as Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku streaming devices, Sony Playstation 3, Sony Playstation 4, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and Smart TVs including Sony and Samsung.

WWE Network programming includes groundbreaking original series, reality shows, documentaries, classic matches, exclusive coverage of special events and more. The U.S. English language version of WWE Network is available direct to consumer in more than 170 countries and territories.

ORIGINAL: WWE.com has announced that the WWE Network will finally make its debut in the UK and Ireland starting January 19. Vince McMahon released a video message on the announcement, which is available at the above link.

The WWE Network will be available through the web, iOS, Android, gaming consoles, Smart TVs, and digital media players later this month in the regions. The service will be available for £9.99 in the U.K. and €12.99 in Ireland with no commitment.

Here is the official WWE.com announcement:

Starting Monday, Jan. 19, WWE will make WWE Network available in the United Kingdom and Ireland. WWE Network will be directly available on Web, iOS and Android devices, gaming consoles, Smart TVs and digital media players – just in time to watch Royal Rumble 2015 on your big screen TV.

Thank you for your patience in awaiting the WWE Network launch.

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