Washington: In an historic partnership announced this week, NASA revealed that its dedicated streaming service, NASA+, will be available on Netflix starting this summer. This partnership marks the first time NASA’s live programming will be accessible on the popular streaming platform, offering Netflix’s vast global audience unprecedented access to real-time space events.
NASA+ on Netflix will provide viewers with ad-free live streams of rocket launches, astronaut spacewalks, mission coverage, and stunning live views of Earth from the International Space Station (ISS). Subscribers will be able to experience the excitement of space exploration from the comfort of their homes or on mobile devices, making the agency’s work more accessible than ever before.
Rebecca Sirmons, general manager of NASA+, emphasized the agency’s mission to share its story widely: “The National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 calls on us to share our story of space exploration with the broadest possible audience. Together, we’re committed to a Golden Age of Innovation and Exploration – inspiring new generations – right from the comfort of their couch or in the palm of their hand from their phone”.
This collaboration aligns with NASA’s broader strategy to engage global audiences through modern digital platforms. Netflix, with over 700 million users worldwide, offers a unique opportunity for NASA to expand its reach and inspire curiosity about science and space exploration across diverse demographics.
While NASA+ content will be integrated into Netflix at no additional cost to subscribers, the agency reassures that its own NASA+ platform will continue to operate independently, remaining free and ad-free through the NASA app and official website. This ensures that audiences can access NASA’s content through multiple channels according to their preferences.
Netflix’s foray into live content has traditionally included comedy specials, award shows, and sports events. The addition of NASA’s live space programming marks a significant expansion into educational and scientific content, offering a new dimension to the platform’s live offerings.
The timing of this partnership is notable, coinciding with a surge in commercial space activity, particularly by companies like SpaceX, which has completed numerous launches this year alone. NASA continues to focus on missions in low-Earth orbit and beyond, making live coverage of these endeavors highly relevant and engaging for viewers.
Viewers can expect a diverse lineup on NASA+ via Netflix, including live rocket launches, spacewalks, real-time ISS Earth views, mission briefings, behind-the-scenes insights, educational documentaries, and exclusive interviews. This content is designed not only to entertain but also to educate and inspire audiences worldwide.
Exact launch dates and detailed programming schedules are expected to be announced in the coming weeks. Until then, NASA+ remains available through NASA’s own platforms, continuing its mission to bring the wonders of space exploration to people everywhere.
This historic collaboration between NASA and Netflix represents a new era in how space exploration is shared with the public—transforming passive viewers into engaged explorers of the cosmos from their living rooms.
