WWE: Unreal Premieres on Netflix July 29
Netflix has officially announced the premiere date for their highly anticipated WWE documentary series “WWE: Unreal,” set to debut on July 29, 2025. The streaming giant promises an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the world of professional wrestling that fans have never seen before.
Unlike traditional wrestling programming, “WWE: Unreal” will take viewers directly into the WWE writer’s room, offering an exclusive glimpse at how storylines are crafted and decisions are made behind the curtain. Each episode will run approximately 50 minutes, providing substantial depth into the creative process that drives WWE programming.
The series will also explore the lives of WWE Superstars outside the squared circle, showcasing the personal drama and real-life challenges that exist beyond their televised personas.
The project boasts an impressive lineup of executive producers, headlined by NFL legend and media personality Peyton Manning. Manning joins a robust production team that includes Jamie Horowitz, Ross Ketover, Keith Cossrow, Ken Rodgers, Jessica Boddy, Lee Fitting, Ben Houser, and Marc Pomarico.
Manning’s involvement brings significant mainstream credibility to the project, potentially attracting viewers beyond WWE’s traditional fanbase. His experience in sports entertainment and media production could prove instrumental in presenting wrestling’s behind-the-scenes reality to a broader audience.
Following WWE’s successful transition to Netflix for their flagship programming, “WWE: Unreal” represents another step in bringing wrestling content to mainstream streaming audiences.
For longtime wrestling fans, the series offers a rare opportunity to see how creative decisions are made and conflicts are resolved in real-time. The writer’s room access could provide answers to questions fans have pondered for years about storyline development and character direction.
Netflix Sports has already released promotional materials for the series, generating significant buzz across social media platforms. The streaming service’s investment in wrestling content signals their confidence in the genre’s ability to attract and retain subscribers.
“WWE: Unreal” premieres exclusively on Netflix on July 29, 2025, promising to deliver the drama, creativity, and real-life stories that happen when the cameras traditionally stop rolling.
