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Young Rock

2021TV-PG3 seasons6.9 / 10

A comedy about a little kid who dreamed big.

As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he takes a comedic look back at his extraordinary life through the outrageous stories of his family and youth that shaped him into the man he is today. He explores his childhood years living amid influential wrestling icons while his dad rose to fame in the business, his rebellious teenage years attending high school in Pennsylvania, and his football years teamed up with powerhouse players at the University of Miami. In his telling, Johnson explains that while his experiences have been larger than life, he remains a down-to-earth guy who still relates to the American people.

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Young Rock premiered February 16, 2021. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.

Synopsis

As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he takes a comedic look back at his extraordinary life through the outrageous stories of his family and youth that shaped him into the man he is today. He explores his childhood years living amid influential wrestling icons while his dad rose to fame in the business, his rebellious teenage years attending high school in Pennsylvania, and his football years teamed up with powerhouse players at the University of Miami. In his telling, Johnson explains that while his experiences have been larger than life, he remains a down-to-earth guy who still relates to the American people.

Season 2 episodes

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Episode 1

Unprecedented Fatherhood

22m8.5 / 10

As the 2032 election nears, Dwayne reflects on what it means to be a father. In 1984, little Dewey vies for his father's attention. In 1987, teenage Dwayne arrives in Nashville. In 1996, adult Dwayne struggles in the Canadian Football League.

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Guest stars Arlyn Broche

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Episode 2

Seven Bucks

22m8.5 / 10

Calgary, 1996: Dwayne struggles to find his footing on the Calgary Stampeders practice squad. Fearing he'll be cut, he spends a life-changing day with a teammate. In 2032, an online troll threatens Dwayne's presidential campaign.

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Guest stars Tom Harwood, Arlyn Broche

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Episode 3

In Your Blood

22m10.0 / 10

Hawaii, 1984: As Lia prepares for her trial, she puts Ata in charge of her wrestling promotion and all the problems that come with it; Rocky begins to feel overshadowed by his partner: Dewey goes head-to-head with a new classmate.

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Guest stars Aurora Iler

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Episode 4

In the Dark

22m10.0 / 10

Nashville, 1987: Rocky promises he will find the family an apartment by the time Ata arrives from Hawaii, but the clock is ticking; Dwayne settles into his new Nashville life with the help of an old family friend, Downtown Bruno.

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Episode 5

What Business?

22m10.0 / 10

Tampa, 1995: With his football dreams dashed, Dwayne asks Rocky to train him to become a wrestler; Rocky begrudgingly agrees, but when Dwayne feels he isn't progressing, he secretly turns to outside help.

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Episode 6

Kiss and Release

22m10.0 / 10

Hawaii, 1984: When Dewey gets in trouble at school, Ata enlists the help of Andre the Giant to set him straight; Lia, on trial for extortion, attempts to curry favor with the jury.

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Guest stars Callan Knight

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Episode 7

An Understanding

22m10.0 / 10

Nashville, 1987: Ata and Rocky's marriage hits a rough patch; when teenage Dwayne questions his dad's decision making, Ata tells him the story of how she and Rocky met; in 2032, candidate Johnson decides to face his challenger head on.

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Episode 8

Corpus Christi

22m10.0 / 10

Texas, 1996: Dwayne's first match will be for the WWF. After meeting legends and future legends backstage, he soon discovers there's more to the match than just the moves -- he needs to get a hostile audience to care.

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Guest stars Arlyn Broche

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Episode 9

Backyard Brawl-B-Q

22m10.0 / 10

Hawaii, 1984: On the day of the Brawl-B-Q, Rocky's relationship with partner Tony Atlas hits a breaking point. Dewey becomes the object of multiple school crushes. The extortion case against Lia reaches its conclusion.

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Guest stars Jordy Campbell

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Episode 10

Rocky's Code

22m10.0 / 10

Nashville, 1987: Rocky takes a promising new wrestling job but is faced with a difficult decision. Ata spends a night out with Miss Elizabeth. Teenage Dwayne starts to worry about

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Episode 11

You Gotta Get Down to Get Up

22m10.0 / 10

Memphis, 1996: The WWF sends Dwayne to Memphis to develop his wrestling skills. When a booker bullies Downtown Bruno, Dwayne decides to fight back. In 2032, Candidate Dwayne Johnson's conflict with Dr. Julien comes to a head.

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Guest stars Arlyn Broche

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Episode 12

Let the People Decide

22m10.0 / 10finale

In 2032, Candidate Dwayne Johnson rides the ups and downs of election day. In 1984, Rocky and Ata are at a crossroads with their futures in wrestling. In 1987, teenage Dwayne learns that the family is leaving Nashville. In 1996, Dwayne's rise through the WWF doesn't go as planned.

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Guest stars Arlyn Broche, Marcus Oborn

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Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026

More about Young Rock

Cast

Dwayne JohnsonDwayne Johnson
Joseph Lee AndersonRocky Johnson
Stacey LeiluaAta Johnson
Ana TuisilaLia Maivia
Adrian GroulxDwayne Johnson (Age 10)
Bradley ConstantDwayne Johnson (Age 15)
Uli LatukefuDwayne Johnson (Age 18-20)
Fasitua AmosaSika Anoa'i

Credits

Created by
Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang
Written by
Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang, Jen D'Angelo

Production details

Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
36
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • NBCUnited States
  • Universal TelevisionUnited States
  • Seven Bucks ProductionsUnited States
  • Fierce Baby ProductionsUnited States
  • Grit & Superstition

Themes

autobiographicalsportswrestling