Netflix enters the world of professional wrestling. The platform is dropping WWE: Unreal, a docuseries of five parts, released on the platform on July 29, 2025. The fans are given a front-row seat to the creative chaos behind the WWE. This series pulls back the curtain on storylines, rivalries and major match decisions.
WWE teams up with Omaha Productions, NFL Films and Skydance Sports to bring you this exclusive show. Netflix drops all five episodes at 3:01 a.m. ET, following their binge-release format. Each episode gives you an unfiltered look at what happens off-camera.
What You’ll See in WWE: Unreal
Unreal starts with Raw’s Netflix premiere and then goes through major WWE events including the Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania 41. Each event brings new twists and creative pivots.
The series doesn’t just show matches, but what happens before and after. Writers brainstorm plotlines. Wrestlers navigate last-minute changes. Everyone is racing against the clock to deliver weekly live shows.
Netflix titles each episode. The five episodes are New Era, Push, Worth the Wait, Heel Turn and WrestleMania. Each title reflects a real WWE storyline from the season.
The first episode is the Raw premiere. Episode two is Cody and Jey Uso. It’s the creative buildup to their big push.
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Who’s in It: The WWE Cast
Unreal features many current WWE Superstars. You will find Rhea Ripley, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Jey Uso, Bianca Belair, Charlotte Flair, and John Cena. Triple H, Chelsea Green, and Xavier Woods will also appear.
Episode three is Bianca Belair’s journey. It’s her win in the Elimination Chamber and Charlotte Flair’s return. You see how the writing team builds these storylines step by step.
Episode four is a turning point. John Cena makes a long-awaited heel turn. WWE rarely puts Cena in a villain role, so this is big. This episode also covers a major creative shift. The Rock’s appearance forces the writers to rethink everything.WrestleMania
The Creative Room: Real Writers, Real Pressure
The docuseries goes behind the scenes of producing weekly wrestling television. Cameras enter WWE’s inner sanctum: the writers’ room. You see how ideas are born and evolve into TV moments.
WWE writers have tight deadlines. Scripts change hours before airtime. The team has to adapt when injuries or schedule changes happen. Every match has to tell a story, and that story has to engage live audiences worldwide.
CM Punk recalls a scrapped story where Vince McMahon had an illegitimate son. He says he was once considered for the role. That never aired, but Punk wonders how far it would have gone.
Rhea Ripley and CM Punk Share Personal Truths
The series humanizes Superstars. Rhea Ripley admits she gets nervous before big events. She follows a routine: gym, focus, prep. But nerves still creep in as she waits backstage.
CM Punk shares his match-day ritual. He doesn’t lift before shows. He treats in-ring performance as his full workout. That helps him avoid unnecessary strain.
A funny moment. Punk asks Charlotte Flair if she has ever had an accident in the ring. She jokes, even if she did, she’d never admit it. This breaks the tension and shows the real people behind the characters.
When and How to Watch WWE: Unreal
WWE: Unreal drops worldwide on Netflix on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 3:01 a.m. ET. Netflix subscribers can watch all 5 episodes now. You can stream on phones, tablets, smart TVs or gaming consoles.
Netflix has 3 plans. The basic plan with ads starts at $7.99/month. The standard ad-free version is around $17.99/month. The premium tier is $24.99/month, depending on your region.
WWE signed a global streaming deal with Netflix earlier in 2025. This is their first behind-the-scenes storytelling on the platform.
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Final Thoughts: A New Era in WWE Storytelling
WWE: Unreal opens up a whole new world of sports entertainment. It celebrates the writers, producers and performers. It makes you feel like you’re part of the journey.
Wrestling isn’t just about punches and promos. It’s about passion, sweat, timing and trust. WWE: Unreal captures those moments when the cameras stop rolling.
Whether you’ve been a fan for years or just joined the party, this docuseries has something for you. It shows the struggle behind the spectacle. It proves every storyline starts with real people taking real risks.
Mark your calendar. Wake up early. Press play on Unreal and see wrestling’s realest moments yet.
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