Name: Young Rock
Released: 2021-02-16T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Joseph Lee Anderson, Stacey Leilua

TV Show · Comedy

From global superstar Dwayne Johnson and Nahnatchka Khan (creator of "Fresh Off the Boat") comes "Young Rock," a new single-camera comedy series inspired by Johnson's formative years.

2021 · 24m

Starring Dwayne Johnson, Joseph Lee Anderson, Stacey Leilua

EPISODE 1

Working the Gimmick

As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he reflects on his life that's shaped him into the man he is today, from growing up in a resilient family surrounded by wrestling icons, to navigating rebellious teen years, to playing NCAA football.

20 min
EPISODE 2

On the Road Again

Pennsylvania, 1987: Dwayne pretends he's rich to impress popular girl Karen, but a date to Rocky's wrestling match at the flea market risks exposing the truth; stressed about money, Ata takes on a wealthy new client.

20 min
EPISODE 3

Forward, Together

Hawaii, 1982: When wrestlers start dropping out of Lia's Battle Royale, she suspects a rival promoter may be to blame; as Rocky's wrestling career skyrockets, Ata takes a leap of faith to pursue a musical dream.

20 min
EPISODE 4

Check Your Head

Miami, 1990: Dwayne looks to crack the starting lineup as a freshman for the famed Miami Hurricanes football team and attract the attention of players, coaches and celebrities; however, an unexpected incident sends his season and life into turmoil.

20 min
EPISODE 5

Don't Go Breaking My Heart

Pennsylvania, 1987: Ata's relationship with Dwayne gets tested after she makes a heartbreaking discovery about her son; with Rocky on the road, Ata must take matters into her own hands.

20 min
EPISODE 6

My Day With Andre

Hawaii, 1982: Dewey spends a day with Andre the Giant that neither will ever forget; Lia and Rocky prepare for the huge Island Battle Royale, where more than the title is at stake; in 2032, candidate Johnson reveals his running mate.

20 min