Netflix announced Monday it will begin streaming live programming from NASA's free streaming service this summer, marking the first time the platform has licensed live feeds from an outside programmer in the United States.
The partnership will bring rocket launches, astronaut spacewalks, mission coverage and live views of Earth from the International Space Station directly to Netflix's global subscriber base of over 700 million viewers. The move represents Netflix's continued expansion into live programming while advancing NASA's mission to share space exploration with the broadest possible audience.
The first NASA+ programming on Netflix will include live coverage of the Progress 92 Cargo Craft launch and docking in July, though Netflix and NASA have not announced a specific start date1. Viewers will access the content through Netflix's interface while NASA+ remains available free and ad-free through NASA's own app and website23.
"The National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 calls on us to share our story of space exploration with the broadest possible audience," said Rebecca Sirmons, general manager of NASA+12. "Together, we're committed to a Golden Age of Innovation and Exploration — inspiring new generations — right from the comfort of their couch or in the palm of their hand from their phone."
The NASA partnership follows Netflix's broader strategy to expand live programming beyond its traditional on-demand offerings. The company began streaming WWE Raw in January 2025 and will broadcast NFL games on Christmas Day this year1. Netflix also announced plans to stream the Screen Actors Guild Awards in March 20261.
According to IMDB, the NASA+ deal signals Netflix's openness to licensing agreements with partners that can provide live video streams2. The company previously inked a deal with France's TF1 broadcast network earlier this month to add live channel feeds2.
NASA launched its streaming service in November 2023 as part of a broader digital transformation12. The platform features 25 series at launch, including educational content, documentaries, and programming for children1. NASA+ streams content on major platforms including Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV31.
The service won Emmy awards for its coverage of the SpaceX Demo-1 mission in 20194. NASA+ also partnered with Amazon Prime Video in May to roll out a 24/7 Live NASA Plus channel5.
Netflix's existing space-related programming includes documentaries such as "Challenger: The Final Flight," "Apollo 13: Survival," and "Return to Space"6.
