TNA Signs Multi-Year Deal with AMC Networks—“Thursday Night iMPACT!” Finds a New Home
TNA Wrestling is officially on the move. The promotion announced a multi-year media rights deal making AMC Networks the new home of its flagship two-hour show—now rebranded as “Thursday Night iMPACT!”—beginning January 15, 2026. The premiere will be a live broadcast from the Curtis Culwell Center in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, airing 9–11 p.m. ET on AMC and streaming on AMC+.
Why It Matters
This is a significant platform jump for TNA, which has been airing on AXS TV and TNA+ under parent company Anthem. The AMC partnership places TNA under a broader entertainment umbrella that includes AMC, BBC America, IFC, SundanceTV, and WE tv, expanding potential reach and cross-promotion.
The Name Tweak & Weekly Window
The flagship gets a subtle but notable facelift: “Thursday Night iMPACT!” replaces the traditional “TNA iMPACT!” moniker—signaling a true weekly tentpole event. The show’s slotted for Thursdays, 9–11 p.m. ET. TNA hasn’t confirmed whether every episode will be live, but the debut is locked in as a live edition.
Exec Talk
TNA President Carlos Silva called the move a major step for a product he says is “the hottest it has ever been,” citing intense rivalries and a loyal fan base. Dan McDermott, AMC Networks’ Chief Content Officer, framed the deal around shared priorities: engaging fans with characters, stories, and action built for appointment viewing.
Schedule Notes & Early Roadmap
- Jan. 15: “Thursday Night iMPACT!” live debut, Curtis Culwell Center (Dallas–Fort Worth)
- Jan. 22–23: TV tapings in Albuquerque, New Mexico (a clever nod to AMC’s “Breaking Bad” / “Better Call Saul” heritage)
- January: TNA Genesis previously announced for Dallas; more details still to come
Rights Hunt & Industry Context
Silva spent much of 2025 shopping TNA’s rights—publicly valuing them in the $7–10 million/year range. While financials weren’t disclosed, AMC ultimately beat out other rumored suitors, including The CW and A&E. The move also arrives amid TNA’s high-visibility WWE relationship, with crossover appearances on NXT and occasional main-roster tie-ins helping elevate TNA talent all year.
Wrestling.news | Backstage Take
- Bigger Funnel, Bigger Ceiling: AMC’s linear footprint + AMC+ puts TNA in front of lapsed and casual viewers who might not have hunted for AXS. That discovery effect matters heading into 2026.
- Branding Win: Sub-branding to “Thursday Night iMPACT!” positions the show as a weekly destination (think “event night” energy), not just another time slot.
- Next Questions: 1) How many live episodes vs. taped? 2) Does AMC back shoulder content (docu-series, studio shows) to deepen the ecosystem? 3) How does the WWE collaboration evolve with a new distributor?
- Bottom Line: This is TNA’s strongest distribution play in years. If creative keeps pace with the platform, Thursday nights just got a lot more interesting.
