According to an official announcement from NASA, the space agency will begin a major collaboration with Netflix starting summer 2025 to livestream its space missions for free on the platform. Thanks to this collaboration, Netflix subscribers will be able to watch rocket launches, spacewalks (EVAs), and live footage from the International Space Station. all ad-free and in real time. This effort is part of NASA’s goal to make space activities more accessible and engaging to audiences around the world.
According to NASA, the partnership supports the U.S. National Aerospace Policy, which encourages open and broad public access to the country’s space operations. NASA’s content will also continue to be available through its dedicated NASA+ service, accessible via the NASA app and on platforms like Roku and Apple TV. This move is aimed at increasing public interest and connecting especially with younger generations.
For Netflix, this collaboration marks a step into live scientific programming, expanding beyond their previous live events such as comedy specials and sports. With NASA onboard, Netflix is positioning itself as a key player in streaming live science and space content. While the exact launch date hasn’t been announced yet, it’s expected to happen sometime this summer.
