Lucha Underground News/Rumors/Results

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Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

Lucha Underground will have to raise funds or sign deals to bring in money for their fourth season. They reportedly have enough money for the third season tapings through mid-May and are planning on having all TV taped through summer 2017 after those tapings are over.

Lucha officials are also trying to get a movie produced for 2018.

In regards to the company losing money, a source noted to The Wrestling Observer that after two seasons, the company has lost slightly less than half of what TNA lost after 10 years in business.

[Cory]

They should go to Netflix.

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Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

Lucha Underground will have to raise funds or sign deals to bring in money for their fourth season. They reportedly have enough money for the third season tapings through mid-May and are planning on having all TV taped through summer 2017 after those tapings are over.

Lucha officials are also trying to get a movie produced for 2018.

In regards to the company losing money, a source noted to The Wrestling Observer that after two seasons, the company has lost slightly less than half of what TNA lost after 10 years in business.

This has apparently been debunked by the producer of the sho, can't find the tweet though.

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Lucha Underground Added To ITunes; Details, Prices And Season Passes

Lucha Underground has been doing surprising ratings during season two thus far, and it appears that the company will have an even bigger opportunity to grow, as they're now on one of the world's largest streaming services.

The El Rey Network product has finally been added to ITunes, where you can purchase the whole first season for $44.99 in high definition, or $34.99 in standard definition.

The first season is 39 episodes, which you can also purchase individually for $2.99 (HD) OR $1.99 (SD). There is also a seaon pass for season two available for $39.99 (or $29.99) in SD.

For many viewers, this will be the first opportunity to see Lucha Underground in high definition, as DirecTV doesn't carry an HD feed of the El Rey Network.

[¿PapaPancho?]

Sweeeeeeeeet

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The El Rey Network issued the following today:

EL REY NETWORK AND MARK BURNETT'S HIGH-FLYING WRESTLING SERIES 'LUCHA UNDERGROUND' RELEASED EXCLUSIVELY ON ITUNES

The Complete First Season and Season 2 Season Pass (Episodes Available Next Day After Air) Are Now Available on iTunes (U.S.)

Los Angeles – March 1, 2016 – FactoryMade Ventures has announced the addicting original "Lucha Underground" is available exclusively on iTunes starting today. Coined by Slate as "one of the most riveting shows on TV" and "the best-kept secret in pro wrestling" by RollingStone.com, the action-packed, high-flying lucha libre wrestling series from Emmy Award®-winning producer Mark Burnett, MGM, Robert Rodriguez and FactoryMade Ventures and Skip Film is now available at itunes.com/LuchaUnderground for $1.99 SD / $2.99 HD per episode, $34.99 SD / $44.99 HD for Season 1, and $29.99 SD / $39.99 HD for a Season 2 Season Pass.

"Lucha Underground" content on iTunes includes all 39 episodes from Season 1, the first five episodes of Season 2, and additional new episodes the day after they air on El Rey Network (Wednesdays at 8PM ET/PT). Starting today through March 28th, fans can get the Season 2 premiere of "Lucha Underground" for free, and the Season 2 trailer will be available for free indefinitely.

Ancient tradition, extraordinary athleticism, and a flare for theatrics combine in El Rey Network's wrestling series, "Lucha Underground," currently in season two premiering every Wednesday at 8PM ET/PT. The riveting original introduces American audiences to the high-flying aerial maneuvers, slingshot moves, dramatic masks, intricate, rapid-fire combinations and distinctive wrestling techniques of lucha libre, one of Mexico's most popular sports. Fans have a ringside seat as masked villains and heroes face off to battle for wrestling supremacy. The weekly series provides enthusiastic viewers with an incredibly visceral and explosive experience with a focus on the artistry, originality, intense action and over-the-top characters that have come to define this phenomenal fan-favorite. A celebration of lucha libre's long-standing Mesoamerican heritage and culture dating back to 1863, this is programming that must be seen to be believed.

"Lucha Underground" is produced by MGM Television in association with FactoryMade Ventures for El Rey Network. Executive producers are Mark Burnett and Eric Van Wagenen (also showrunner); Dorian Roldán from Lucha Libre AAA; Alejandro Garcia and Antonio Cué Sánchez-Navarro; El Rey Network co-founder Robert Rodriguez; FactoryMade Ventures and El Rey Network co-founders John Fogelman and Cristina Patwa and Skip Chaisson of Skip Films and El Rey Network. The series airs on El Rey Network and is distributed internationally by MGM Television.

"Lucha Underground" Social Media

facebook.com/LuchaUnderground

twitter.com/LuchaElRey

instagram.com/luchaunderground

youtube.com/elreynetwork

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Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

Lucha Underground has seen promising numbers for season two, regularly reaching over 100,000 viewers on their two Wednesday broadcasts. However, there's been a major push to get the show more clearance.

According to Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Lucha Underground is close to a deal with Netflix.

It's said that as it stands, that Netflix would only get the first season, but the deal with iTunes would still contain the second season. This is usually the case, as television shows don't usually hit Netflix until well after the season ends.

We spoke to Lucha Underground Executive Producer Chris DeJoseph recently, who confirmed to us that Eric Van Wagenen had been in talks with Netflix about a partnership.

El Rey is still only available in 40 million homes, much less than other major wrestling shows. Lucha Underground was available on demand for a while before they finally got on Itunes last month.

[Cory]

Netflix is a serious move, good on em. Help LU get the exposure it deserves.

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Just for Pancho...

[Cory]

Real enjoyed Aztec Warfare 2....as a guy who has severe hated for everything post WCW Rey Mysterio....I was even surprised with the entry. Loved Joey Ryans strategy as well, and the new champ looks like one hell of a wrestler.

I could have done without the corny cinder block bit, but the rest was top notch. Got the bad taste of Raw out of my mouth.

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CALLIHAN TO LUCHA UNDERGROUND!

I think this is going to be absolutely awesome. Callihan has a really unique style that I think will blend really well with Lucha.
Imagine...Callihan/Fenix, Callihan/Pentagon, Callihan/Muertes and Callihan/Drago!

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There have been recent reports that Lucha Underground may be signing a deal with Netflix. However, I have been told by sources that Lucha Underground is close to finalizing a deal with Hulu. The deal would be for two seasons with an option for a third season if the current deal stays intact. Both season one and two are also currently available on iTunes as well.

Currently the show is available on the El Rey Network, although fans are able to stream El Rey live online at fuboTV.

A new episode of Lucha Underground airs tonight at 8:00PM ET/PT on El Rey Network. The episode features music by Robert Rodriguez's rock band, Chingon, while Dario Cueto will make his return to the temple.

[Jon]

There have been recent reports that Lucha Underground may be signing a deal with Netflix. However, I have been told by sources that Lucha Underground is close to finalizing a deal with Hulu. The deal would be for two seasons with an option for a third season if the current deal stays intact. Both season one and two are also currently available on iTunes as well.

Currently the show is available on the El Rey Network, although fans are able to stream El Rey live online at fuboTV.

A new episode of Lucha Underground airs tonight at 8:00PM ET/PT on El Rey Network. The episode features music by Robert Rodriguez's rock band, Chingon, while Dario Cueto will make his return to the temple.

Who is your source?

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Dario Cueto

[Cory]

WTF is Hulu?