Netflix Wins NFL Christmas Day Games Broadcast Rights, Featuring Beyoncé and Mariah Carey

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December 24, 2024 at 08:06 AM

Netflix has secured exclusive global streaming rights for two NFL Christmas Day 2024 games, featuring special performances by Beyoncé and Mariah Carey.

Woman in white beside illuminated cactus

Game Schedule and Viewing Details:

First Game: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Pittsburgh Steelers at 1 PM ET
Second Game: Ravens vs. Texans at 4:30 PM ET
Pregame coverage starts at 11 AM ET from NFL Network's studios

Performance Highlights:

Mariah Carey: Pre-recorded performance of "All I Want For Christmas Is You" before games
Beyoncé: Halftime show at NRG Stadium (Ravens-Texans game), featuring songs from "Cowboy Carter" album and special guests

Streaming Availability:

U.S. viewers: Content expires 3 hours after livestream ends
International viewers: Content expires 24 hours after livestream ends
Ad breaks included for all Netflix subscribers, regardless of plan

Alternative Viewing Options:

Local broadcast TV in competing teams' markets
NFL+ Premium for U.S. mobile devices
NFL Network reruns:
- Ravens-Texans: 11:30 PM ET (Dec 25) and 5 AM ET (Dec 26)
- Chiefs-Steelers: 8:30 PM ET (Dec 25) and 2 AM ET (Dec 26)
International viewers: Available through DAZN

This marks Netflix's significant expansion into live sports broadcasting, combining traditional NFL games with exclusive musical performances from two of the industry's biggest stars.