The sitcom is set in a frame story where Johnson is running as a candidate in the 2032 United States presidential election. Each episode involves Johnson participating in an interview or other conversation which leads him to flashback to a story from one of three periods of Johnson's life (with occasional episodes where all three periods are shown). In the first season, Johnson is depicted as a ten-year-old in Hawaii; as a high school student in Pennsylvania; and as a college student and football player at the University of Miami.
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| Country | |
| Runtime | 21 – 30 min |
| Premiere: World | February 16, 2021 |
| Premiere: USA | February 16, 2021 |
| Channel | NBC (20:30, United States) |
| Digital: World | February 17, 2021 |
| Production Companies | |
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A look at the formative years of superstar Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson as he grows up through life.Сast and Crew
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The Real Story Behind "Young Rock"
The television series "Young Rock" is inspired by the life of Dwayne Johnson, also known as "The Rock." The show delves into various stages of his life, from his childhood to his early adulthood, highlighting the experiences and people that shaped him into the person he is today.
Early Life and Family
Dwayne Johnson was born into a family with a rich wrestling heritage. His father, Rocky Johnson, was a professional wrestler, and his grandfather, Peter Maivia, was a wrestling legend in the Pacific Islands. Growing up, Dwayne was exposed to the world of wrestling and entertainment, which played a significant role in his upbringing.
Key Influences
- Rocky Johnson: As a professional wrestler, Rocky was a major influence on Dwayne's life, teaching him the values of hard work and perseverance.
- Ata Johnson: Dwayne's mother, Ata, provided emotional support and stability, helping him navigate the challenges of his youth.
- Peter Maivia: Dwayne's grandfather, known as the "High Chief," was a significant figure in his life, instilling a sense of pride in his Samoan heritage.
Adolescence and Challenges
During his teenage years, Dwayne Johnson faced several challenges, including financial difficulties and frequent relocations due to his father's wrestling career. These experiences taught him resilience and adaptability.
High School and Football
Despite the challenges, Dwayne excelled in sports, particularly football. His talent on the field earned him a scholarship to the University of Miami, where he played as a defensive lineman. This period of his life is marked by both triumphs and setbacks, including injuries that ultimately ended his football career aspirations.
Transition to Wrestling and Stardom
After his football career ended, Dwayne Johnson decided to follow in his family's footsteps and pursue a career in professional wrestling. He quickly rose to fame in the WWE, becoming one of the most iconic figures in the industry.
From Wrestling to Hollywood
Building on his wrestling success, Dwayne transitioned to acting, where he achieved significant success in Hollywood. His charisma and work ethic have made him a beloved figure worldwide.
Accuracy of the Series
The series "Young Rock" captures the essence of Dwayne Johnson's life, blending factual events with comedic elements to create an engaging narrative. While some aspects are dramatized for entertainment purposes, the core story remains true to his real-life experiences and the people who influenced him.
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Critique: 20
Young Rock is off to a solid start, and as a look into how The Rock became the baller he is today, it’s must-see TV.
When Young Rock stops long enough to focus on any one story, it’s handled pretty well.
It’s also unfortunately rare to see this many people of color on one broadcast TV show, and "Young Rock" benefits from the carefully cho...
Young Rock sanitizes the industry quite a bit, but I will never complain about Andre the Giant lecturing a little boy about alternate rea...
If this were a show about a vaguely Rock-type wrestler-actor-politician, made by people who were not the Rock, this could make for potent shar...
So I suspect there may be a good show in NBC’s Young Rock. It just isn’t the pilot, and subsequent episodes make a mess of it...
As a TV series, Young Rock is enjoyable enough. But as a campaign launch it is close to genius. All that’s missing is the disclaimer.
Toofaan can’t match the emotional punch of Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. But Farhan Akhtar’s tenacity and sincerity shine through.
Farhan Akhtar is completely convincing, both as a novice who is a fast learner, and the dejected warhorse.
Once Young Rock spins the hands of time backward, the show gets much more fun thanks to Johnson’s unusual yet somehow still relatable upbring...
I couldn’t fathom why Toofan was made? To have Farhan Akhtar to work out and get a certain look for the titular role? To revisit all the usua...
You’ll love its Byzantine plotting, psychological intricacies, the fine and committed acting, and the way creator David Chase took risks, ask...
To call this a vanity project would be an understatement, but Johnson’s inherent likability goes a long way, and he spells out that...
Loud though his aspirations are, three episodes of Young Rock gave no further sense of who Johnson is – only what he wants. That may someday b...
Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s film has high ambition but dodges complexity in favour of overheated melodrama.
People struggling to wrap their arms around initial episodes of Young Rock may find a reason to stick around in the show’s outstanding c...
The goal of wrestling is entertainment, and Young Rock provides that in spades; it’s a sweet show, and earnestly likable. So even if vie...
Mehra takes the easy way out with a contrived, tragic turn that returns the film in its second half to the much-beaten path of the tarnished a...
Young Rock isn’t wildly funny in the early going, but feels as if the laughs will grow bigger the better we get to know the characters.
Stacey Leilua as Dwayne’s mom Ata and Joseph Lee Anderson as dad Rocky step into the spotlight and infus[e] the stories with warmth and humor...
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