Tony Khan, the president and CEO of AEW, recently shared updates about the possibility of reinstating the previously cancelled AEW Dark show. AEW Dark, which debuted in October 2019 and aired on YouTube, featured both signed and unsigned wrestlers aiming to build their reputations. The show went off-air in April 2023 when AEW introduced Rampage and Collision.
In an interview with WGN Radio, Khan expressed openness to bringing AEW Dark back but emphasized that the show’s return must align with the interests of their media partner, Warner Bros Discovery. He mentioned how vital AEW Clash is each week and that any decision to revive AEW Dark would have to make strategic sense within their media rights framework. Khan fondly recalled the many memorable moments from AEW Dark, but he stressed the need to ensure its revival fits well with Warner Bros Discovery’s plans.
A significant update about changes at Warner Bros Discovery could influence this decision. The full details were transcribed by F4wonline.
—
Fan Take: This update is exciting for AEW fans who appreciated the platform AEW Dark provided for emerging talent exposure. Reviving the show could mean more diverse wrestling content and opportunities for new stars, adding depth to AEW’s growing wrestling roster and fan base.
