It’s almost time for Netflix to get into the game for real, with the streamer set to be the global home for Christmas Day games for both 2024 and 2025. We’ve put together a big Q&A/FAQ with everything you need to know, including the halftime show. are on and what to expect regarding Netflix announcements.
We’re getting two matchups to watch on Netflix globally this Christmas, the first being the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, and later in the day, the Baltimore Ravens will bring the heat to the Houston Texans. Netflix first announced it would be bringing NFL games to you on a two-year deal this May.
What time are NFL games on? When do preshows start where I live?
There are four essential times you need to remember for tomorrow’s NFL games, each matchup’s pre-show (the first two hours long and the second half an hour). Below, we’ve put together a helpful guide to when the games will stream where you live:
of America
- 11:00 AM ET (New York/Toronto/Montreal/Ottawa)
- 10:00 AM CT (Chicago/Mexico City/Monterrey)
- 9:00am MT (Denver/Calgary)
- 8:00am PT (Los Angeles/Vancouver)
Europe
- 16:00 GMT (London/Dublin)
- 17:00 CET (Frankfurt/Munich/Vienna/Zurich)
- 18:00 EET (Helsinki/Copenhagen)
Asia Pacific
- 3:00am AEDT (Sydney, 26 December)
- 2:00am JST (Tokyo, December 26)
- 21:30 IST (New Delhi)
of America
- 1:00 PM ET (New York/Toronto)
- 12:00 PM CT (Chicago/Mexico City)
- 11:00 AM MT (Denver/Calgary)
- 10:00 AM PT (Los Angeles/Vancouver)
- 12:00 PM CDT (Monterrey/Guadalajara)
- 1:00 PM EDT (Montreal/Ottawa)
Europe
- 18:00 GMT (London)
- 19:00 CET (Paris/Berlin)
Asia Pacific
- 5:00am AEDT (Sydney, 26 December)
- 4:00 am JST (Tokyo, December 26)
- 23:30 IST (New Delhi)
of America
- 4:00 PM ET (New York)
- 3:00 PM CT (Chicago)
- 2:00 PM MT (Denver)
- 1:00 PM PT (Los Angeles)
- 5:00 PM BRT (São Paulo)
- 4:00 PM COT (Bogota)
Europe
- 21:00 GMT (London)
- 22:00 CET (Paris/Berlin)
Asia Pacific
- 8:00am AEDT (Sydney, 26 December)
- 7:00am JST (Tokyo, December 26)
- 2:30 AM IST (New Delhi, December 26)
of America
- 4:30 PM ET (New York)
- 3:30 PM CT (Chicago)
- 2:30 pm MT (Denver)
- 1:30 PM PT (Los Angeles)
- 5:30 pm BRT (São Paulo)
- 4:30 pm COT (Bogota)
Europe
- 21:30 GMT (London)
- 22:30 CET (Paris/Berlin)
Asia Pacific
- 8:30am AEDT (Sydney, 26 December)
- 7:30am JST (Tokyo, December 26)
- 3:00 AM IST (New Delhi, December 26)
Can you set a reminder on Netflix?
Yes! On the official pages on the Netflix app and website (Chiefs vs Steelers link, ravens vs texans link), which will register your interest and depending on how you have set up notifications, you may get a WhatsApp message, in-app notification on mobile or, at the very least, it will appear up front when the title is available. and center your Netflix app when you boot it up.
Both games will have pre-shows and half-time shows with hosts and pundits that will be live from Los Angeles and on the field in Pittsburgh and Houston. The line-up was initially announced for December 10, 2024.
Throughout the day, some hosts will broadcast live from Los Angeles. This also includes anchors Kay Adams (Up and Adams) with analysts Drew Brees (former Super Bowl-winning quarterback), Robert Griffin III (former NFL quarterback), meena kims (NFL Analyst, ESPN) and Manti Teo (Former NFL linebacker and NFL Network analyst).
Also anchors live from Pittsburgh laura routledge (ESPN), which will also include analysts Devin McCourty (NFL Analyst, NBC) and Jason McCourty (NFL Analyst, CBS Sports and ESPN).
Comedians Burt Kreischer and Nate Bargatz will provide light relief throughout the day, the latter of whom is a former tailgate correspondent. Ian Rapoport and Gene Steratore can provide additional information throughout the day,
Kansas City Chiefs vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Commentators and National Anthem
ian eagle Will be a play-by-play commentator Nate Burleson And JJ Watt. Reporting from the sidelines are Melanie Collins and Stacey Dales.
The game’s national anthem will honor the military with a special performance by the Voices of Service, a singing quartet consisting of retired veterans Ron Henry, Cristal Rams, Jason Hanna and Caleb Green.
Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans Commentators and National Anthem
Live play-by-play commentator from Houston noah eagle, Analyst joined greg olsenreporting from the sidelines jamie erdahl And steve wich,
The national anthem for this game will be performed by Pentatonix (recent theme) meet me next christmas Netflix Movie), starring Scott Hoying, Mitch Grassi, Kirsten Maldonado, Kevin Olusola and Matt Salley.
What time will Mariah Carey be on Netflix NFL games?
There will be a pre-recorded performance by Mariah Carey, headlining the “show open” with her hit Christmas song, All I Want for Christmas Is You. It will run sometime between 11am ET and 1pm ET.
What time will Beyonce go live on Netflix?
Beyoncé performing live at the Texans vs. Ravens game, although there is no exact set time for Beyoncé’s performance, as it depends on when the first two quarters (or first half if you prefer) are completed. how long will it take.
Most NFL games last between 3 and 4 hours, so the halftime show will start between 6 pm EST and 6:30 pm EST, if not later. For those in the UK, this is approximately 11:30 pm GMT.
This is the second time Beyoncé has performed at a half-time show for the NFL, having previously performed with Bruno Mars and Coldplay in New Orleans in 2013.
Will there be ads on Netflix NFL games? Can you watch on Netflix’s ad tier?
As you would typically expect from an NFL game, there will be commercials throughout the day in between games and during the preshow.
The game is also available for every tier of Netflix, including those with advertising tiers.
Are NFL games on Netflix available on all devices?
Most new devices include the Live option introduced in the Windows app over the summer. Watch it on the official Netflix mobile app or on most connected TVs or devices. If you’re using a mobile device, you’ll need Android 7 or above or iOS 17 or above.
according to Official Netflix Help DocumentThe two major devices you won’t be able to watch the fight on are Chromecast 1st-3rd generation and Ultra, as well as PlayStation 3 (PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 will stream the match without any issues).
Will NFL games be available in 4K on Netflix?
It doesn’t seem so.
TV Answer Man is investigating and confirmed it with Netflix in November Both games will be available in 4K resolution. However, he later spoke to two other Netflix representatives who said that the game Will not be available in 4K,
Netflix is offering French, German, Portuguese (Brazil), and Spanish (Latin America) language tracks in addition to the default English commentary (a closed captions option in English will also be available).
Will there be trailers and announcements for Netflix Originals?
Yes, but don’t set your hopes too high.
We know a few shows that will have unveilings, stunts or additional first looks tomorrow, but we don’t have the full list. There is a lot of speculation going around a piece Who will play the role of Chopper is being revealed. After all, it is his birthday. as well as, Netflix’s description for the show isn’t exactly subtlethen you got it stranger things, There is also a strong discussion about his involvement in some form or the other, although we are not aware of that information.
Will there be streaming issues/buffering issues?
“That, Detective, is the right question,” and the million-dollar one, too! Netflix has stressed in various interviews and press releases that they will be able to handle the game after the myriad of buffering issues with the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight, but we’ll have to see if that’s the case on game day.
Can you watch the game/show again after the game is over?
Not necessary. NFL games will only be available to stream on Netflix for three hours after the game ends in the United States, and they will be unavailable internationally for 24 hours after the initial broadcast in international countries.
That said, we expect Beyoncé’s performance to be streamed online, possibly on YouTube, shortly after it happens, similar to how past years’ Super Bowl half-time shows are currently available in full.
Is there any other way to watch the game live besides Netflix?
The local markets for the games in question will broadcast the games live on regular television (CBS affiliates in Kansas City, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and Houston). Mobile users can also watch live on the NFL app in the United States apart from Netflix.
Following the game on Netflix, highlights will be available on social media platforms, including YouTube, and full replays will be available within the NFL app. Outside the US, replays will be available on NFL GamePass, albeit through platforms such as DAZN in the UK.
CBS Sports produces its own games for Netflix, while NFL Media produces pre-, post- and studio halftime programming. EverWonder Studios will executive produce NFL Christmas GameDay.
happy Christmas! We hope you enjoy the games!