In a surprising development that could reshape the future of wrestling programming, industry insiders are reporting that Disney is actively exploring a deal to bring United Toughness Alliance (UTA) programming back to Hulu. The move would mark the return of WrestleUTA on Hulu, which originally aired from 2016 to 2017 and earned strong critical praise during its initial run. Despite fan support, the series was not renewed at the time due to financial disagreements over production costs and revenue structure.

Now, with Disney holding majority control over Hulu’s content budget and direction, sources indicate there is serious interest in reviving the franchise for a modern streaming audience. One insider noted, “Disney sees UTA as a proven property with an established fan base and breakout character potential—exactly the kind of original content they want to anchor Hulu’s sports-entertainment slate.”

Multiple Platforms in Play: WrestleShow Revival Talks Underway

The UTA’s streaming ambitions don’t stop at Hulu. Reports also confirm that WrestleShow, UTA’s last weekly episodic television series—which ran 51 episodes before its conclusion—is currently being pitched across television, cable, and streaming networks. Discussions are said to be ongoing with both traditional broadcasters and major streaming platforms, with executives weighing the pros and cons of each route.

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  Prime Time Network Television: Seen as the most prestigious placement, but would come with stricter broadcast standards and rating limitations.

  
  


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  Cable or Premium Streaming (e.g. HBO Max): Offers creative freedom, including the ability to present edgier, adult-oriented content—a growing focus in today’s wrestling landscape.

  
  

One source close to negotiations shared, “UTA officials know the product thrives when it doesn’t have to hold back. A move to a premium streaming service might finally let them go all-in on storytelling without worrying about advertiser pushback.”

Current Home: Title Match Network Holding Steady, But Limited Financial Muscle

At present, the UTA is available on the Title Match Network, a platform praised for allowing full creative control with minimal content restrictions. However, several insiders admit that while Title Match provides freedom, it simply cannot match the financial incentives and exposure that would come from a major streaming or network deal.

What This Means for Fans

If these talks materialize, fans could see a new era of UTA content—potentially featuring multiple weekly shows across different platforms, each tailored to a unique audience demographic. A Hulu revival could provide mainstream accessibility, while a separate premium deal could usher in a darker, more mature product line.

As one executive reportedly stated,

“The UTA isn’t just negotiating for a show. They’re negotiating for the future identity of the brand.”

For now, nothing is official—but the buzz is very real. With Disney circling and networks eager for live-action sports entertainment, the next major wrestling arms race may already be underway.