Mr. McMahon - Junior

Filmed primarily prior to the allegations which eventually drove Vince McMahon from the wrestling empire he built, the first episode of Netflix's Mr. McMahon feels more A&E Biography than Dark Side of the Ring. Largely toothless, the episode briefly mentions the allegations before moving into an episode that champions McMahon taking over the wrestling territory from his father and forcing his way across the country poaching stars and stealing talent from other promotions. As Vince puts it, he doesn't know if was good for the industry but it was certainly good for him which the documentary chalks as a win. Those familiar with McMahon's story won't find much new here, except perhaps some commentary about his strained relationship with his father.

While pointing out that all of the initial big name stars WWF used to become a household name were developed from other territories, including Hulk Hogan who is one of several recognizable faces offering interviews, the series gives McMahon credit for bringing them together under a national brand, targeting young audiences, and cementing the brand with WrestleMania. Minor troubles are highlighted including a pair of early lawsuits against the company, but "Junior" is overwhelmingly favorable to both McMahon and the WWE in what, for at least a single episode, feels far more like a promotional piece produced by the company than a documentary.

• Title: Mr. McMahon - Junior
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