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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.
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- 01
My Day with AndreHawaii, 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. - 02
Johnson & HopkinsMiami, 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. Meanwhile, Lia returns to the United States after being deported to Samoa, where she was homeless. Rocky and Ata notice that something has changed. - 03
My Baby Only Drinks the Good StuffPennsylvania, 1987: When Karen asks to come over to his house for dinner, Dwayne panics - he's been lying to her about being rich. Meanwhile, in 2032 Candidate Johnson tackles an emerging public relations crisis.
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Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Working the GimmickFebruary 16, 2021As 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 - S01E02
On the Road AgainFebruary 23, 2021Pennsylvania, 1987: Dwayne pretends he's rich to impress popular girl Karen, but a date to Rocky's wrestling match at the flea market risks - S01E03
Forward, TogetherMarch 2, 2021Hawaii, 1982: When wrestlers start dropping out of Lia's Battle Royale, she suspects a rival promoter may be to blame. As Rocky's wrestling - S01E04
Check Your HeadMarch 16, 2021Miami, 1990: Dwayne looks to crack the starting line up as a freshman for the famed Miami Hurricanes football team attracting the attention - S01E05
Don't Go Breaking My HeartMarch 23, 2021Pennsylvania, 1987: Ata's relationship with Dwayne gets tested after Ata makes a heartbreaking discovery about her son. With Rocky on the ro - S01E06
Season's bestMy Day with AndreMarch 30, 2021Hawaii, 1982: Dewey spends a day with Andre the Giant that neither will ever forget. Lia and Rocky prepare for the huge Island Battle Royale - S01E07
Johnson & HopkinsApril 6, 2021Miami, 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. - S01E08
My Baby Only Drinks the Good StuffApril 13, 2021Pennsylvania, 1987: When Karen asks to come over to his house for dinner, Dwayne panics - he's been lying to her about being rich. Meanwhile - S01E09
A Lady Named Star SearchApril 20, 2021Hawaii, 1982: While Ata prepares for her Star Search audition, Rocky takes an unorthodox approach to helping Dewey deal with some bullies. M - S01E10
Good vs. GreatApril 27, 2021Miami, 1990s: After a devastating injury his freshman year, we follow Dwayne as he strives to get his college football career back on track. - S01E11
Election DayMay 4, 2021As election day 2032 approaches, Dwayne Johnson reflects on the ups and downs his family endured during his childhood in Hawaii, Pennsylvani
Season02Best season
- S02E01
Season's bestUnprecedented FatherhoodMarch 15, 2022As the 2032 election nears, Dwayne reflects on what it means to be a father. In 1984, little Dewey vies for his father's attention. In 1987, - S02E02
Seven BucksMarch 22, 2022Calgary, 1996: Dwayne struggles to find his footing on the Calgary Stampeders practice squad. Fearing he'll be cut, he spends a life-changin - S02E03
In Your BloodMarch 29, 2022Hawaii, 1984: As Lia prepares for her trial, she puts Ata in charge of her wrestling promotion and all the problems that come with it; Rocky - S02E04
In the DarkApril 5, 2022Nashville, 1987: Rocky promises he will find the family an apartment by the time Ata arrives from Hawaii, but the clock is ticking; Dwayne s - S02E05
What Business?April 12, 2022Tampa, 1995: With his football dreams dashed, Dwayne asks Rocky to train him to become a wrestler; Rocky begrudgingly agrees, but when Dwayn - S02E06
Kiss and ReleaseApril 19, 2022Hawaii, 1984: When Dewey gets in trouble at school, Ata enlists the help of Andre the Giant to set him straight; Lia, on trial for extortion - S02E07
An UnderstandingApril 26, 2022Nashville, 1987: Ata and Rocky's marriage hits a rough patch; when teenage Dwayne questions his dad's decision making, Ata tells him the sto - S02E08
Corpus ChristiMay 3, 2022Texas, 1996: Dwayne's first match will be for the WWF. After meeting legends and future legends backstage, he soon discovers there's more to - S02E09
Backyard Brawl-B-QMay 10, 2022Hawaii, 1984: On the day of the Brawl-B-Q, Rocky's relationship with partner Tony Atlas hits a breaking point. Dewey becomes the object of m - S02E10
Rocky's CodeMay 17, 2022Nashville, 1987: Rocky takes a promising new wrestling job but is faced with a difficult decision. Ata spends a night out with Miss Elizabet - S02E11
You Gotta Get Down to Get UpMay 24, 2022Memphis, 1996: The WWF sends Dwayne to Memphis to develop his wrestling skills. When a booker bullies Downtown Bruno, Dwayne decides to figh - S02E12
Let the People DecideMay 24, 2022In 2032, Candidate Dwayne Johnson rides the ups and downs of election day. In 1984, Rocky and Ata are at a crossroads with their futures in
Season03
- S03E01
Season's bestThe People Need YouNovember 4, 2022After losing the 2032 election, Dwayne Johnson is ready to withdraw from political life for good when he gets an unexpected call. In 1985, R - S03E02
Rocky SucksNovember 11, 2022Miami, 1997: As Dwayne recovers from an injury, he makes a life-changing decision. Upon returning to the WWF, Dwayne takes a major risk on t - S03E03
On the RopesNovember 18, 2022Hawaii, 1985: Ata finds herself at odds with her rival at Lia's wrestling promotion. Rocky receives some news that turns the family's world - S03E04
Night of the Chi-Chi'sDecember 2, 2022Bethlehem, 1988: Teenage Dwayne is locked in a restaurant overnight with his father when Rocky agrees to deep clean the space. In 2033, Dway - S03E05
Five DaysDecember 9, 2022Miami, 1997: Dwayne anxiously waits to see if his surprise heel turn will connect with the audience. As he finally gets to show off his pers - S03E06
Dwanta ClausDecember 16, 2022Dwayne gets into the holiday spirit as he reflects on his past misadventures in gift giving. - S03E07
World Pacific WrestlingJanuary 6, 2023Hawaii, 1985: Ata and Rocky try to outmatch Lia's promotion with a stable of new big-name wrestlers. Left behind at the after-school program - S03E08
Going HeavyJanuary 13, 2023Miami, 1998: Dwayne hits new heights as The Rock, but encounters some challenges on the road to SummerSlam. In 2033, Dwayne finds the prime - S03E09
It All Goes Back to ChildhoodJanuary 20, 2023Hawaii, 1986: Rocky travels overseas to visit Andre the Giant on the set of The Princess Bride. Dewey's sudden growth spurt leads to trouble - S03E10
Once Upon a Time In...February 3, 2023Pat Patterson finds love in Boston, Andre the Giant meets his destiny in Paris and Peter Maivia teaches Sean Connery how to fight in Dwayne' - S03E11
Know Your RoleFebruary 10, 2023Miami, 1999: Dwayne lands his first part on a TV show, but is dismayed when he keeps getting typecast as a wrestler. While searching for his - S03E12
Chest to ChestFebruary 17, 2023Hawaii, 1986: the rival promotions come together for a Peter Maivia tribute show but are soon at odds over how to best celebrate Dwayne's gr - S03E13
False CeilingsFebruary 24, 2023Florida, 2000: with his Hollywood prospects on the upswing, Dwayne makes good on a promise to his family; as the Johnsons reflect on how far
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