All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has undergone significant changes in its programming lineup over the past year. Several shows have been cancelled or suspended, reshaping the landscape of AEW\’s content offerings. Let\’s take a closer look at the cancelled AEW shows and the reasons behind these decisions.
AEW Dark: Elevation
AEW Dark: Elevation, which debuted on March 15, 2021, was the first show to face cancellation. The final episode aired on April 24, 2023, with Fite TV billing it as \”The Special and final episode of Elevation.\”
This YouTube series showcased up-and-coming talent and independent wrestlers, serving as a platform for emerging stars to gain exposure.
AEW Dark
Following the cancellation of Dark: Elevation, AEW Dark met a similar fate. Both Dark and Dark: Elevation were scrapped as part of AEW\’s new deal with Warner Bros. Discovery.
This decision was made to ensure that all AEW wrestling content would air exclusively on WBD platforms, with the exception of Ring of Honor (ROH) programming.
Why was AEW Rampage cancelled?
In a surprising turn of events, AEW CEO Tony Khan announced on December 22, 2024, that AEW would be taping the last episode of Rampage \”for the foreseeable future\”.
The final episode was scheduled to air on December 27, 2024. Rampage, which debuted on August 13, 2021, was AEW\’s second program to be featured on TNT.
The cancellation of Rampage is primarily due to the show not being included in AEW\’s new TV deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, set to begin in January 2025. This new agreement, valued at approximately $185 million annually, focuses on AEW\’s main programs, Dynamite and Collision, which will continue to air on TBS and TNT, respectively.
While these cancellations may disappoint some fans, AEW continues to evolve its programming strategy. The company remains committed to delivering high-quality wrestling content through its flagship shows, Dynamite and Collision, as well as pay-per-view events available for streaming on Max.
