SummaryThe comedy series created by Nahnatchka Khan and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is based on the significant events in Johnson's younger years before wrestling.
Created By:Jeff Chiang, Nahnatchka Khan
Young Rock
Season 1 Premiere:
Feb 16, 2021
Metascore
Generally Favorable
66
User score
Generally Favorable
6.4
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
66
61% Positive
11 Reviews
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39% Mixed
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Feb 12, 2021
91
Clever dialogue and solid acting, both infused with Johnson’s trademark charisma, makes for a great recipe. Make sure you smell what The Rock is cooking and give this series the attention it deserves.
Mar 19, 2021
75
Even though the series surely fictionalizes events that inspired him, these glimpses into the seeds of the Rock’s act are intriguing and often fun.
Feb 16, 2021
70
As charming as Johnson is, the portions of the show that focus on him as a grown-up are the weakest part of what is an otherwise sweet and appealing family comedy.
Feb 12, 2021
70
Three episodes aren't enough to tell whether Young Rock is just another version of Johnson working the gimmick, or if he really does plan on showing parts of himself beyond what we already know. Still, fans shouldn't expect any revelations, or to leave with a brand new understanding of their favorite celebrity, but it has a lot of heart and might even make you want to go lift a dumbbell.
Feb 17, 2021
60
People struggling to wrap their arms around initial episodes of "Young Rock" may find a reason to stick around in the show's outstanding crew of actors impersonating such '80s-era wrestling legends as Ric Flair and Iron Sheik. That much the show nails straightaway.
Feb 16, 2021
60
To call this a vanity project would be an understatement, but Johnson's inherent likability goes a long way, and he spells out that this isn't going to be all happy nostalgia, citing missteps that he learned from along the way.
Feb 16, 2021
40
All this means is that I'm stuck complaining about structure flaws and a surplus of The Rock, when a correctly focused show would lead to a correctly focused review emphasizing how truly wonderful Anderson and Leilua are.
User score
Generally Favorable
6.4
67% Positive
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8% Mixed
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Mar 25, 2021
10
I find this a funny show and honestly anything The Rock acts in is always very enjoyable. Though it doesnt contain many scenes with him per episode but its very refreshing to see a show with a different storyline to it. I think the show is very well done and the actors n actresses in it are wonderful
Feb 24, 2021
8
I was prepared to hate this, and expected another goofy comedy bio like Everyone Hates Chris. I was wrong, this show is both sweet and funny, and not being a fan of professional wrestling, having dismissed it out of hand all my life, something moved inside me and I got just a little bit more understanding of the wresting ethos & ecosystem than I did before. I'm looking forward to watching more of this.
Production Company:
- Grit & Superstition
- Fierce Baby Productions
- Seven Bucks Productions
- Universal Television
- Goodwin Talent Agency
Initial Release Date:Feb 16, 2021
Number of seasons:3 Seasons
Rating:TV-PG
Awards
Hollywood Critics Association Television Awards
• 1 Win & 6 Nominations
People's Choice Awards, USA
• 6 Nominations
ReFrame
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
