Wrestling fans are set for a fresh perspective as WWE: Unreal heads to Netflix, offering exclusive insight into the creative engine behind professional wrestling.
WWE: Unreal, a new docuseries that goes behind the scenes of one of the world’s most tightly held entertainment productions, will premiere exclusively on Netflix on 29 July.
The five-part series offers viewers a rare look inside the WWE writers’ room, exploring the creative process and offstage dynamics that shape professional wrestling’s storylines and rivalries.
Narrated by Paul “Triple H” Levesque, a 14-time WWE World Champion and the company’s chief content officer since 2022, the series features prominent figures including Cody Rhodes, John Cena, Rhea Ripley, CM Punk, Jey Uso, Bianca Belair, Chelsea Green, Charlotte Flair, and Xavier Woods.
Directed by Chris Weaver and produced by Omaha Productions, NFL Films, Skydance Sports, and WWE, the series is led by executive producers Peyton Manning, Jamie Horowitz, Ross Ketover, Keith Cossrow, Ken Rodgers, Jessica Boddy, Lee Fitting, Ben Houser, and Marc Pomarico, with Erik Powers as showrunner.
The first season comprises five 50-minute episodes, titled:
“New Era,” “Push,” “Worth the Wait,” “Heel Turn,” and “WrestleMania.”
WWE: Unreal expands on the streaming partnership between Netflix and WWE, which commenced in January 2025 with WWE Raw moving to the platform. Since the launch, a number of high-profile WWE Superstars, including The Rock, John Cena, and current Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, have featured in live events.
The new series is positioned as an opportunity for viewers to discover the work that goes into crafting storylines and moments that unfold both inside and outside the ring. Netflix subscribers can access the trailer on the platform ahead of the release.
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