Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
11 episodes
E01
Working the Gimmick
As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he reflects on his surreal life that's helped shape him into the man he is today. From growing up in a resilient family surrounded by wrestling icons, navigating rebellious teen years, to playing NCAA football at the U. This is how the boy became the man.
E02
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.
E03
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.
E04
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.
E05
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.
E06
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.
E07
Johnson & Hopkins
Miami, 1991: When Dwayne gets an on-campus job at the University of Miami, he goes on an epic adventure with his new work partner, Hopkins. Lia returns to the United States after being deported to Samoa, where she was homeless.
E08
My Baby Only Drinks the Good Stuff
Pennsylvania, 1987: When Karen asks to come over to Dwayne's house for dinner, he panics because he's been lying to her about being rich. In 2032, candidate Johnson tackles an emerging public relations crisis.
E09
A Lady Named Star Search
Hawaii, 1982: While Ata prepares for her Star Search audition, Rocky takes an unorthodox approach to helping Dewey deal with some bullies. Meanwhile, Lia's conflict with rival wrestling promoter Greg Yao has her on edge, and she takes extreme measures to protect the family business.
E10
Good vs. Great
Miami, 1990s: After a devastating injury his freshman year, we follow Dwayne as he strives to get his college football career back on track. As he fights for playing time against future Hall of Famers, he wonders if big dreams and hard work are enough to get him to the NFL.
E11
Election Day
As election day 2032 approaches, Dwayne Johnson reflects on the ups and downs his family endured during his childhood in Hawaii, Pennsylvania and Miami, and how the unpredictability of his family's story prepared him for this moment.
Season 2
12 episodesSeason 3
13 episodesCast
Stacey Leilua
as Ata Johnson
Joseph Lee Anderson
as Rocky Johnson
Dwayne Johnson
as Dwayne Johnson
Ana Tuisila
as Lia Maivia
Fasitua Amosa
as Sika Anoa'i
John Tui
as Afa Anoa'i
Bradley Constant
as Dwayne Johnson (Teenager)
Adrian Groulx
as Dwayne Johnson (Kid)
Uli Latukefu
as Dwayne Johnson (20yo and older)
Matthew Willig
as André The Giant