Netflix’s Vince McMahon Documentary: WWE Not Involved, Says Cody Rhodes

One big thing: WWE has no involvement in Netflix’s upcoming Vince McMahon documentary, according to Cody Rhodes.

At WWE Bash In Berlin, Cody Rhodes addressed questions about the highly anticipated Netflix documentary on former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon.

Key details:

• Rhodes clarified that WWE is not involved in the documentary’s production.
• The documentary, titled “Mr. McMahon,” is set to release on September 25.
• It’s produced by Chris Smith, known for the “Tiger King” docuseries.
• McMahon was interviewed for the project before his resignation in January 2023.

What they’re saying:

I think there’s a bit of misinformation in terms of, WWE has no involvement in this documentary as far as I know,” Rhodes stated during the Bash In Berlin Post-Show.

Why it matters:

This documentary comes at a crucial time for WWE, following McMahon’s resignation amid serious allegations. Rhodes’ statement distances the current WWE management from the project, potentially impacting how fans and industry insiders perceive the documentary’s content and perspective.

The bigger picture:

• The documentary will cover McMahon’s rise and fall in the wrestling industry.
• It includes interviews with McMahon’s family members and journalists who uncovered the allegations against him.
• The project coincides with an ongoing DOJ investigation into the allegations against McMahon.

What’s next:

As the release date approaches, anticipation builds for how this documentary will impact WWE’s image and the wrestling industry as a whole.

What are your thoughts on WWE’s non-involvement in the Vince McMahon documentary? Leave a comment below with your perspective on how this might affect the documentary’s reception.