WWE and Netflix have joined forces to unveil behind-the-scenes insights into the wrestling world, with Netflix releasing a detailed five-part documentary series titled WWE: Unreal on July 29th. The show dives deep into key moments and storylines from WWE’s recent events, offering fans an inside look at the drama and excitement within the ring.
The first season consists of five episodes, each highlighting different themes and events. Episode 1, named “A New Era,” focuses on WWE Raw’s Netflix premiere at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, spotlighting the intense rivalry between CM Punk and Seth Rollins, along with key moments involving Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley. Episode 2, titled “Push,” centers on the men’s Royal Rumble, showcasing Cody Rhodes’ heated feud with Kevin Owens and their ladder match, as well as celebrating Jey Uso’s significant Royal Rumble win.
Episode 3, called “It’s Worth the Wait,” shifts focus to the women’s division, capturing Chelsea Green’s surprising US title win, Charlotte Flair’s comeback from injury, the women’s Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber matches, and Bianca Belair’s journey. This episode and others feature a distinctive visual style that follows the wrestlers continuously through matches. Episode 4, “The Heels Turn,” reveals the surprises behind John Cena’s character change and marks the return of The New Day as villains, with unique commentary from WWE President Nick Khan, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and veteran WWE creative Brian Gewiltz.
The final episode, “WrestleMania,” highlights WrestleMania 41 and its major matches, including Gunther vs. Jey Uso, CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns, Iyo Sky vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Bianca Belair, and Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena. Behind-the-scenes footage offers fans a rare glimpse into WWE’s creative process, such as a Raw memo from Triple H the night after WrestleMania. Notably, the series does not address The Rock’s absence at WrestleMania, which he confirmed was never planned for in an earlier interview.
With episode titles confirmed and the series’ scope clearly outlined, WWE: Unreal aims to balance revealing genuine moments with maintaining the show’s mystique. Whether fans receive a raw, unfiltered reality or a polished narrative remains to be seen.
Fan Take: This documentary series matters because it provides WWE fans with an unprecedented look at the complexities and storytelling behind their favorite sport. It could redefine how fans engage with wrestling, blending real-life drama with entertainment and potentially drawing in a broader audience.
