Netflix is set to spotlight one of professional wrestling’s most iconic figures later this month. The streaming giant announced Monday that Hulk Hogan: Real American will debut April 22. The four-part documentary examines the life and career of Hulk Hogan, including what the platform says is his final recorded interview.
“Before he was Hulk Hogan, he was Terry Bollea,” the company shared in its trailer released Monday. “Uncover the man behind the legend — featuring his very last interview.”
The project marks the first major documentary release since Hogan’s death in July 2025. He died of a heart attack at age 71, closing the chapter on a career that helped transform professional wrestling into mainstream entertainment.
The series will feature several notable voices tied to Hogan’s career. Among them are reportedly longtime manager Jimmy Hart, rival Bret Hart, and fellow New World Order member Kevin Nash. Hogan’s ex-wife, Linda Hogan, also appears.
Hogan’s influence on the industry remains difficult to overstate. He rose to prominence in the 1980s and became the face of WWE during its national expansion. Working alongside Vince McMahon, Hogan helped drive the company’s growth beyond regional territories.
As a result, WWE gained a foothold across the country and redefined how wrestling reached audiences. Hogan’s charisma and larger-than-life persona fueled that rise.
The upcoming series aims to present both the public figure and the private individual. With never-before-seen insights and his final interview, the documentary offers a new perspective on one of wrestling’s most recognizable names.
Hulk Hogan: Real American premieres April 22 on Netflix.
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