Young Rock

10 Best Episodes of Young Rock - Season 2

As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he takes a comedic look back at his extraordinary life through the outrageous stories of his family and youth that shaped him into the man he is today. He explores his childhood years living amid influential wrestling icons while his dad rose to fame in the business, his rebellious teenage years attending high school in Pennsylvania, and his football years teamed up with powerhouse players at the University of Miami. In his telling, Johnson explains that while his experiences have been larger than life, he remains a down-to-earth guy who still relates to the American people.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 10, 2023.

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#12 - Seven Bucks (Season 2 - Episode 2)

Calgary, 1996: Dwayne struggles to find his footing on the Calgary Stampeders practice squad. Fearing he'll be cut, he spends a life-changing day with a teammate. In 2032, an online troll threatens Dwayne's presidential campaign.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 127 votes.

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#11 - Unprecedented Fatherhood (Season 2 - Episode 1)

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As the 2032 election nears, Dwayne reflects on what it means to be a father. In 1984, little Dewey vies for his father's attention. In 1987, teenage Dwayne arrives in Nashville. In 1996, adult Dwayne struggles in the Canadian Football League.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 129 votes.

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#10 - Kiss and Release (Season 2 - Episode 6)

Hawaii, 1984: When Dewey gets in trouble at school, Ata enlists the help of Andre the Giant to set him straight; Lia, on trial for extortion, attempts to curry favor with the jury.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 123 votes.

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#9 - An Understanding (Season 2 - Episode 7)

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Nashville, 1987: Ata and Rocky's marriage hits a rough patch; when teenage Dwayne questions his dad's decision making, Ata tells him the story of how she and Rocky met; in 2032, candidate Johnson decides to face his challenger head on.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 123 votes.

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#8 - Rocky's Code (Season 2 - Episode 10)

Nashville, 1987: Rocky takes a promising new wrestling job but is faced with a difficult decision. Ata spends a night out with Miss Elizabeth. Teenage Dwayne starts to worry about

The episode was rated 7.53 from 118 votes.

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#7 - Corpus Christi (Season 2 - Episode 8)

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Texas, 1996: Dwayne's first match will be for the WWF. After meeting legends and future legends backstage, he soon discovers there's more to the match than just the moves -- he needs to get a hostile audience to care.

The episode was rated 7.53 from 123 votes.

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#6 - In the Dark (Season 2 - Episode 4)

Nashville, 1987: Rocky promises he will find the family an apartment by the time Ata arrives from Hawaii, but the clock is ticking; Dwayne settles into his new Nashville life with the help of an old family friend, Downtown Bruno.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 123 votes.

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#5 - In Your Blood (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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Hawaii, 1984: As Lia prepares for her trial, she puts Ata in charge of her wrestling promotion and all the problems that come with it; Rocky begins to feel overshadowed by his partner: Dewey goes head-to-head with a new classmate.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 124 votes.

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#4 - What Business? (Season 2 - Episode 5)

Tampa, 1995: With his football dreams dashed, Dwayne asks Rocky to train him to become a wrestler; Rocky begrudgingly agrees, but when Dwayne feels he isn't progressing, he secretly turns to outside help.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 118 votes.

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#3 - You Gotta Get Down to Get Up (Season 2 - Episode 11)

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Memphis, 1996: The WWF sends Dwayne to Memphis to develop his wrestling skills. When a booker bullies Downtown Bruno, Dwayne decides to fight back. In 2032, Candidate Dwayne Johnson's conflict with Dr. Julien comes to a head.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 125 votes.

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#2 - Backyard Brawl-B-Q (Season 2 - Episode 9)

Hawaii, 1984: On the day of the Brawl-B-Q, Rocky's relationship with partner Tony Atlas hits a breaking point. Dewey becomes the object of multiple school crushes. The extortion case against Lia reaches its conclusion.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 122 votes.

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#1 - Let the People Decide (Season 2 - Episode 12)

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In 2032, Candidate Dwayne Johnson rides the ups and downs of election day. In 1984, Rocky and Ata are at a crossroads with their futures in wrestling. In 1987, teenage Dwayne learns that the family is leaving Nashville. In 1996, Dwayne's rise through the WWF doesn't go as planned.

The episode was rated 7.72 from 118 votes.

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