‘Young Rock’ Explores Dwayne Johnson’s Wrestling Transformation in Season 3

Dwayne Johnson will not be our 49th president. The autobiographical comedy, Young Rock, about the actor’s past — and fictional future — begins Season 3 a year after his 2032 election loss, when his former opponent calls for his help with a trade deal during a global coffee bean shortage.

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“Does Dwayne jump back in and serve in this other role, or does he not?” asks exec producer Nahnatchka Khan. Well, he knows how to play rough: This round also follows twentysomething Dwayne’s (Uli Latukefu) evolution from unpopular baby-face pro wrestler Rocky Maivia to lauded heel “The Rock.”

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Young Rock, Season 3 Premiere, Friday, November 4, 8:30/7:30c, NBC

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