Overview
- The Westminster Kennel Club announced Wednesday that Netflix will carry the 151st show in February 2027 as the event’s new global live-stream partner.
- Evening group judging and Best in Show will stream live on Netflix on February 1–2 from Madison Square Garden, while daytime breed competitions from the Javits Center will stream on Tudum.com and westminsterkennelclub.org.
- Westminster’s Canine Celebration returns January 30 at the Javits Center, including the Masters Agility Championship, which will be taped for later streaming.
- Norwegian judge Espen Engh will award Best in Show, seven group judges have been named, and the Junior Showmanship finals on February 2 at the Garden will be judged by Lisa Gallizzo and streamed live on Netflix.
- The deal follows the expiration of Fox Sports’ 10-year rights and marks a shift from decades of cable broadcasts, extending Netflix’s growing slate of live events.