Mr. McMahon: Trailer, Release date, plot, & more About the Vince McMahon Documentary Series

Get ready for an eye-opening exploration into the life of one of sports entertainment's most enigmatic figures: Vince McMahon. Netflix recently dropped the official trailer for Mr. McMahon, a gripping docuseries that promises to peel back the layers of the persona behind the WWE icon. 

Director Chris Smith aims to reveal the true McMahon, obscured by the character he portrays on-screen. Over four years of production, the story evolved dramatically, culminating in shocking allegations that have surfaced in recent years.

This six-part series delves into McMahon's monumental rise in the wrestling industry, his groundbreaking successes, and the numerous scandals that ultimately led to his resignation from WWE.

As we dive into everything we know about Mr. McMahon, expect a detailed look at its captivating plot and star-studded cast. With more surprises on the horizon, we'll keep you informed of the latest updates and developments leading up to the release. 

Release date & Where to Watch

The six-episode series will premiere on Netflix on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024.

Plot

Mr. McMahon explores the tumultuous journey of Vince McMahon, the controversial co-founder of WWE, highlighting his transformation of the company from a regional business into a global entertainment giant. 

This six-episode docuseries dives into both his significant achievements and the explosive sexual misconduct allegations that ultimately led to his resignation.

Crafted from over 200 hours of interviews, the series features McMahon himself, along with insights from his family, business associates, and wrestling icons, as well as journalists who uncovered the allegations against him. It not only chronicles the rise of WWE but also addresses some of the industry's biggest scandals during McMahon's tenure, including the early deaths of wrestlers and the widespread use of steroids. 

Notably, many interviews were conducted before the allegations of hush-money payments and sexual assault surfaced, providing a complex portrait of one of sports entertainment's most enigmatic figures.

Cast

• McMahon
• Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
• Hulk Hogan
• “Stone Cold” Steve Austin
• John Cena
• Bruce Prichard
• Eric Bishoff
• Jimmy Hart
• Bret Hart
• McMahon’s son-in-law, Paul “Triple H” Levesque

Official Trailer

In the opening moments of the trailer for Mr. McMahon, Vince McMahon reflects, “People have wondered who I really am. The portrayal of me is "I'm a bad guy, but no one really knows me.” The preview highlights McMahon's significant achievements while also addressing the numerous scandals that emerged during his time at WWE's helm.

Behind the Scenes

Filmmaker Chris Smith (Tiger King) and executive producer Bill Simmons (30 for 30) offer a bold and candid exploration of one of sports entertainment's most enigmatic figures. The Netflix series, also executive-produced by Zara Duffy, is produced by Library Films in collaboration with Ringer Films.