New information has emerged about the Netflix docuseries “WWE: Unreal,” promising an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the world of sports entertainment. This five-part series, produced in collaboration with Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions and NFL Films, is set to premiere on July 29th.
A source close to the project compared it to HBO’s acclaimed “Hard Knocks,” offering a detailed episode guide to Postrusling.
Episode 1 spotlights the WWE Raw debut on Netflix this past January, featuring key moments from CM Punk and Seth Rollins, with special attention on Punk, Cody Rhodes, and Rey Mysterio.
Episode 2 dives into the men’s Royal Rumble match, the rivalry between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, and Jey Uso’s triumph in the Royal Rumble.
Episode 3 highlights the women’s division, focusing on Chelsea Green’s U.S. title win, Charlotte Flair’s comeback from injury, the women’s Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber matches, and a feature on Bianca Belair. This episode is noted for its visually stunning sequences following individual wrestlers during the Rumble matches.
Episode 4 explores John Cena’s surprising heel turn, the intrigue behind the Elimination Chamber event, the men’s elimination chamber match, and the New Day’s heel turn in March. This episode uniquely includes commentary from WWE President Nick Khan and appearances by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Brian Gewirtz.
Episode 5 centers around WrestleMania 41, showcasing significant matches such as Gunther vs. Jey Uso, CM Punk, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, Iyo Sky, Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, and Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena.
Paul “Triple H” Levesque serves as the series’ main narrator and guide, while The Rock’s team contributed memos for episodes featuring him.
The docuseries incorporates footage from writers’ meetings and the gorilla positions but mainly focuses on wrestler profiles and match analyses. Filming began around WrestleMania 40 last year, with a surge in production last November. Additionally, a second set of five episodes has already been completed, aiming for an early 2026 release.
Fan Take: This docuseries is a must-watch for WWE fans eager to understand the intricate storytelling and behind-the-scenes drama that shape their favorite events. By giving a rare glimpse into the personal and professional lives of top stars, “WWE: Unreal” could deepen fan engagement and elevate the sport’s storytelling to new heights.
