Young Rock (2021)
The comedic, larger-than-life origin story of Dwayne Johnson — from wrestling royalty to presidential hopeful — across three seasons on NBC.
Young Rock - Series Information
- First Air Year: 2021
- Last Air Year: 2023
- Created by: Nahnatchka Khan, Jeff Chiang
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 22 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 36
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: February 16, 2021 (United States - TV-PG), February 16, 2021 (United Kingdom - 12), February 16, 2021 (Germany - 12), February 16, 2021 (France - 12), February 16, 2021 (Brazil - 14), February 16, 2021 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: NBC
- Production Companies: Universal Television, Seven Bucks Productions, Fierce Baby Productions, Grit & Superstition
- Production Countries: United States of America
Young Rock - Plot
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.
Young Rock - Trailer
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Young Rock - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Nahnatchka Khan
- Jeff Chiang
Main Cast
- Dwayne Johnson
- Joseph Lee Anderson
- Stacey Leilua
- Ana Tuisila
- Adrian Groulx
- Bradley Constant
- Uli Latukefu
- Fasitua Amosa
- John Tui
- Arlyn Broche
Writers
- Jeff Chiang
- Nahnatchka Khan
- Jen D'Angelo
Executive Producers
- Jeff Chiang
- Hiram Garcia
- Dany Garcia
- Jennifer Carreras
- Dwayne Johnson
Young Rock - FAQs
Is Young Rock based on a true story?
Young Rock is based on the real life of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, drawing from his autobiographical accounts of growing up in a wrestling family, his turbulent teenage years in Pennsylvania, and his college football days at the University of Miami. The framing device of a 2032 presidential run is fictional.
Why was Young Rock cancelled after three seasons?
NBC cancelled Young Rock in 2023 after three seasons. The show faced declining ratings over its run, and the network ultimately decided not to renew it. Dwayne Johnson and the producers expressed disappointment but gratitude for the three seasons they were able to produce.
Who plays the different ages of Dwayne Johnson?
Three actors portray Dwayne Johnson at different life stages: Adrian Groulx plays him at age 10, Bradley Constant at age 15, and Uli Latukefu at ages 18 to 20. Dwayne Johnson himself appears as the present-day version running for president in 2032.
Where can you stream Young Rock online?
Young Rock is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus. It can also be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Free ad-supported viewing is available through Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads.
How many seasons and episodes does Young Rock have?
Young Rock ran for three seasons on NBC, totalling 36 episodes. Season 1 had 11 episodes, Season 2 had 12 episodes, and Season 3 wrapped things up with 13 episodes. The series aired from February 2021 to 2023 before being cancelled.
Did Young Rock feature real WWE wrestling legends?
Absolutely. The show brought several wrestling icons to life, including André the Giant (played by Matthew Willig) and Junkyard Dog (played by Nate Jackson). Dwayne's real-life father Rocky Johnson and his Samoan relatives the Anoa'i family are also central characters throughout the series.
What is the content rating for Young Rock?
Young Rock carries a TV-14 rating in the United States, meaning it may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains some adult humor and mature themes, though it remains a broadly accessible family-friendly comedy about Dwayne Johnson's formative years.
What shows are similar to Young Rock?
Fans of Young Rock may enjoy Ballers, the HBO sports comedy also featuring Dwayne Johnson, as well as GLOW for its wrestling backdrop. Hacks and Harlem offer similarly sharp comedic writing, while Alexa & Katie and Running Point deliver warm, character-driven laughs in a comparable tone.
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