The Rock Returns on WWE RAW on Netflix Premiere – The WWE RAW on Netflix premiere had a monumental moment with the Final Boss, The Rock, making a historic appearance in Inglewood, CA, on January 6, 2025.
The Rock made his entrance, carrying his People’s Championship and embracing TKO executives Ari Emanuel and Mark Shapiro at ringside. He then handed off the title to his two youngest daughters before stepping into the ring, where the Los Angeles crowd was ready for a legendary speech.
Reflecting on the past, The Rock shared a heartfelt memory, stating, “Years ago, when the Rock was a little Rock, I used to travel these highways with my dad, Rocky Johnson.” He noted how, back then, the only way to experience WWE was by buying a ticket or watching it on Saturday mornings. Today, however, it’s different. “You can still buy a ticket, but now, to watch it on television… you watch it on Netflix.”
The Rock emphasized the magnitude of the moment, calling it “the largest arena gate in WWE history,” and proclaimed, “FINALLY, the WWE has come back to Netflix.”
He continued with his signature charisma, addressing the crowd with a classic line: “You’re saying that’s bullshit, and say the real one. FINALLY, the Rock has come back to Los Angeles.”
In the heart of his speech, The Rock acknowledged key figures, including Netflix executives, Cody Rhodes (who was in the crowd), and his cousin Roman Reigns. He praised Roman as the Tribal Chief, noting that he is not just the leader of WWE’s Samoan heritage, but “the original Tribal Chief.” He hinted at watching the Tribal Combat match closely later in the night.
The Rock ended with his electrifying catchphrase, “IF YA SMELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL… what the Rock… is cooking.”
It was a powerful, historic moment as WWE truly entered the “Netflix Era,” with The Rock leading the charge.
The Rock Returns on WWE RAW on Netflix Premiere
