How WWE Is Reacting to Netflix’s Vince McMahon Series?

How WWE Is Reacting to Netflix’s Vince McMahon Series?

As a seasoned gamer and wrestling enthusiast with over two decades of immersion in this captivating world, I eagerly await the arrival of the Netflix docuseries, “Mr. McMahon.” The six-part exploration into the life and career of Vince McMahon promises to be a riveting journey, one that has been meticulously crafted over years amidst controversy.


Next week, the much-awaited Netflix documentary series titled “Mr. McMahon“, which delves into the life of former WWE CEO Vince McMahon, is scheduled to debut. The six-episode docuseries will be available on Netflix starting September 25.

The upcoming Netflix documentary series, titled “Vince McMahon’s Life & Career,” delves into the personal life and professional achievements of Vince McMahon. This six-part production has been in the works for quite some time and has been met with various challenges during its creation. The series chronicles the ascent and descent of Vince McMahon, detailing his role in turning WWE into a worldwide powerhouse. Yet, it doesn’t shy away from revealing the troubled aspects of McMahon’s path to success.

Fans of professional wrestling are aware that the fall of the ex-chairmen started in 2022, when he unexpectedly stepped down from WWE amidst a scandal surrounding secret financial settlements. However, he made an unexpected return to the promotion the following year. Yet, this brief resurgence concluded in early 2024.

A lawsuit filed by ex-employee Janel Grant over sexual misconduct claims led McMahon to step down from his board position and offload his remaining shares. Meanwhile, there’s much anticipation in the wrestling community for Mr. McMahon’s return, as news circulates about WWE staff reactions to the upcoming show.

Backstage reactions to Vince McMahon’s documentary

Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer recently discussed WWE’s backstage reactions to the upcoming Netflix documentary on Vince McMahon. On the Wrestling Observer, he noted that the director thoroughly covered every aspect of his story. According to Meltzer, this approach has led to negative feelings backstage in WWE. He shared that some WWE staff, even those supportive of McMahon, are unhappy with the documentary’s direction.

In my perspective, the director left no stone unturned in our thorough discussion about every aspect I anticipated. It’s clear that some WWE personalities have reservations about it, and I can’t say it’s entirely fair to Vince McMahon. However, considering the documentary was supposed to be impartial, it’s intriguing that even those who are pro-Vince feel unsettled. Time will tell how the anti-Vince crowd reacts as well. I’m confident that both groups may find reasons to criticize the final product.

Furthermore, it’s been reported that Janel Grant, the ex-employee who initiated a lawsuit, was invited for an interview regarding the Netflix documentary. Regrettably, the interview didn’t materialize in the end.

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2024-09-20 20:40