Netflix’s highly anticipated docuseries “WWE: Unreal” is set to premiere on July 29, 2025, promising fans an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the chaotic creative process that defines WWE. The five-part series, narrated by Triple H and featuring top stars like John Cena, Cody Rhodes, and Rhea Ripley, will take viewers into the WWE writers’ room and reveal the real process behind match and storyline creation.
The series positions itself as a bold shift for WWE, which has traditionally protected the illusion of wrestling through “kayfabe.” Instead, “WWE: Unreal” embraces the documentary trend, aiming to showcase the emotional offscreen moments, creative frustrations, and controversial booking choices that fuel the weekly spectacle.
The move is part of WWE’s strategic response to the streaming era and its partnership with Netflix, which began in January 2025. However, the transparency has sparked debate within the wrestling community. Some, like Jake “The Snake” Roberts, argue that exposing the business risks undermining its mystique, while others believe it’s necessary for modern relevance.
The series will cover pivotal aspects of WWE’s year, including the Netflix RAW debut, Royal Rumble, women’s division, John Cena’s heel turn, and the creative chaos of WrestleMania. Each episode promises in-depth peeks into how stories are brainstormed, refined, thrown out, and saved at the last minute.
As the premiere approaches, anticipation and debate are surging among wrestling insiders and fans. While some embrace the new level of transparency, others are nostalgic for the days when wrestling’s inner workings remained hidden. The show’s impact on WWE’s image and audience remains to be seen as it targets a new generation while honoring its evolving storytelling craft.