WWE “Considering” TNA, ROH, “New ECW” and More for WWE Network

WWE sent out a survey saying that they’re considering adding new programming and several new features to WWE Network as part of a “premium priced tier.” They then asked people to vote for how interested they are in the several different options.

Interestingly, some of the options are “historic and new programming” from TNA/Impact/GFW, Ring of Honor, NJPW, or various indie promotions.

There’s also an option for “a ‘new’ weekly version of ECW (Extreme Championship Wrestling) or other ‘edgy’ new promotion rated TV-14.”

There’s been no indication that WWE is actively pursuing deals at the moment and the survey just seems like a way to gauge people’s interest for potential deals and programming in the future.

It’s been rumored for a while that WWE Network was going to add shows from UK promotions PROGRESS and ICW, but that hasn’t happened yet, and WWE ended up planning their own possible UK show.

There were also rumors that Anthem was considering selling off Impact and WWE may be interested in their tape library, but Anthem’s Ed Nordholm said earlier this month that “it makes no sense” for him to sell the tape library for the price that WWE would likely pay right now, saying, “I’d rather keep it, put it up on the app, and monetize it myself.” So far, the “Global Wrestling Network” streaming service that Nordholm said would launch last week has not launched.

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— REBORN by FATE (@MATTHARDYBRAND) September 20, 2017

Here is the survey WWE sent:

“New Programming”

WWE is considering adding new programming to WWE Network as part of a premium priced tier. Listed below are some potential new programming ideas. Please let us know how interested you are in each of the ideas. Select whether you are extremely, very, moderately, somewhat or not at all interested in each of the ideas.

TNA: Historic and new programming from TNA / Impact / Global Force Wrestling

Ring of Honor: Historic and new programming from Ring of Honor

TV-14 In-Ring Show: A “new” weekly version of ECW (Extreme Championship Wrestling) or other “edgy” new promotion rated TV-14

Other Promotions: Historic and new programming from ICW, PROGRESS, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, or other regional Indie promotions

House Shows: For the first time ever, get a live, ringside view of select WWE house shows

Tournaments: New in-ring tournaments such as a Pro Am style tournament (WWE vs. NXT), a Lucha tournament, a tag team tournament, or King / Queen of the Ring tournaments

New Reality Shows: Reality shows featuring life on the road for WWE Superstars, an insider’s view of WWE Superstars’ intense training and workout regimens, WWE Superstar “Cribs”, WWE-style “Apprentice” to win a job at WWE, or WWE Legends’ House Season 2 – Attitude Era

Original Scripted Dramas: Wrestling-themed series inspired by wrestling’s colorful and rich history such as WWE’s version of Game of Thrones

Original Scripted Comedies: Comedies such as WWE Superstar Roasts, Southpaw Regional Wrestling, or WWE’s version of “The Office”

Audio Channel: A section of WWE Network for “listening only” that provides audio play-by-play of pay-per-views, music playlists, “sports radio” style call-in shows and podcasts

Special Live Events: Special one-time live events from unique locations around the world featuring an unexpected main event

WWE “Director’s Cut”: Shows that put a new twist on classic content such as WWE Legends narrating historic pay-per-views or current WWE Superstars providing their perspective and analysis of classic matches and events

“Special Features”

WWE is considering special features that may be available to WWE Network as part of a premium priced tier. Listed below are some potential new features ideas. Please let us know if you are extremely, very, moderately, somewhat or not at all interested in each of the ideas.

Alternate Viewing Options: The ability to watch WWE in-ring shows using alternate camera choices (e.g. gorilla cam, drone cam, Go-Pro camera), 360 views or select higher or lower resolution options

Download To Go: Ability to download content and watch “offline”

Social Sharing: Ability to share playlists, clips, or favorites on social media (Facebook, YouTube, etc.)

Social Viewing: Set up a “movie theater mode” to watch virtually with friends or participate in a live event on Facebook where you can chat with other fans

Personalization: Ability to create custom playlists and change the look and feel of your WWE Network interface with options that represent your favorite WWE Era and Superstars

Ratings / Comment System: Ability to “rate” shows or matches (e.g. 0 – 5 stars), add comments, or mark “favorite” moments

Virtual Reality / Augmented Reality: The ability to watch current or historic WWE content in a way that makes it seem as if you are actually sitting ringside and experiencing an event, such as WrestleMania, live and in person, using special computer generated effects and equipment like a headset

Alternate Audio: Choose your favorite pay-per-view commentator team – for instance, you can hear “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Jerry Lawler call a live pay-per-view

“Special Benefits and Perks”

WWE is also considering special benefits and perks that would be offered as part of a WWE Network premium priced tier. Listed below are some potential new ideas for subscriber perks. Please let us know if you are extremely, very, moderately, somewhat or not at all interested in each of the ideas.

Get Breaking News First: Be the first to receive WWE breaking news, before it’s posted on social media, WWE.com or shared with other outlets

Early Access to Live Event Tickets: Exclusive early access to live event tickets before going on sale to the public

Early Access to New Merchandise: Exclusive early access to new WWE merchandise on WWEShop.com, such as T-shirts and hats, before it goes on sale to the public

Free Shipping: Free shipping on WWEshop.com orders

Sweepstakes Entries: Automatic sweepstakes entry to win WWE event tickets, VIP meet-ups, merchandise, or unique WWE experiences such as a chance to appear on a Network show

Monthly “inside WWE Headquarters” Conference Call: Ability to listen in to a conference call with WWE executives such as Triple H or Stephanie McMahon

Loyalty Program: Get rewards such as t-shirts, collectibles and ticket upgrades using loyalty points earned from the length of time you have been a WWE Network premium subscriber or your time spent viewing

Fan Voting: Special opportunities to vote on match participants, Hall of Fame inductees, Slammys winner, or other WWE events

Preferred Pricing: Special offers for WWE VIP events and products including Meet & Greet discount packages and special offers on products from WWE sponsors