Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is one of the most popular and beloved WWE superstars out there. Since retiring, he has devoted himself to acting, starring in many popular films, including his most recent roles in Red Notice and Disney's Jungle Cruise. He is one of the highest-paid actors in the world and was even the highest-paid actor for a few years until he was overtaken by Daniel Craig in 2021 (per Screen Rant).
Later in 2022, fans will be able to witness him being a part of an animated movie, where he voices Superman's companion, Krypto the Superdog, in the DC League of Super-Pets. A trailer has now been released for the animated film, so fans can check that out if they want to have a clue about what to expect in the movie which The Rock is also a fellow co-producer.
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) - 3.1/5
Stream on Starz.
A sequel to 1995's Jumanji, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle follows a group of high school students 21 years after the events of the original film who find an outdated video game console and are transported into the game's jungle setting, where they become the adult avatars they choose.
Dwayne Johnson stars as Dr. Xander "Smolder" Bravestone, the avatar of Spencer. Smolder is the strongest of the bunch, being the only one without weakness in the movie. Bravestone is a renowned archaeologist and international explorer who is popular for his brave deeds in both the world of "JUMANJI" and throughout the seven continents.
Free Guy (2021) - 3.2/5
Stream on Disney+ & HBO Max.
Free Guy is an action comedy film about a man who realizes he is an NPC in an open-world game who teams up with an actual player to acquire proof that the CEO of a gaming firm took the player's source code. He then resolves to become the protagonist in his own story, one which he can rewrite.
Dwayne Johnson makes one of Free Guy's best cameo appearances, starring as one of the players who robbed banks and caused mayhems among the non-player characters. Free Guy earned generally positive reviews from critics, and won The Comedy Movie of 2021 on the People's Choice Award, as well as being nominated for several other awards.
Mickey’s 90th Spectacular (2018) - 3.2/5
The two-hour television special Mickey's 90th Spectacular aired on ABC in 2018. It commemorates the 90th anniversary of the release of Walt Disney's animated character Mickey Mouse, one of the first characters that Disney has created.
Dwayne Johnson was among the actors who were featured in the TV special. When Mickey Mouse won an Oscar in 1932, he was branded the "first non-human to win an Oscar" by the world, although technically the award was given to Walt Disney. Tom Holland, Josh Gad, and Kristen Bell are just a few of the well-known performers who appeared in the show.
The Other Guys (2010) - 3.2
Stream on Netflix & Hulu
The Other Guys tells the story of two NYPD detectives who want to be recognized for their job, and when a seemingly minor case escalates into a massive concern, the two detectives get the chance to finally show their colleagues that they have what it takes.
One of the supporting characters, Detective Christopher Danson, is played by Dwayne Johnson. Danson is one of two detectives who perished while investigating a faked theft, leaping to their deaths after attempting to "aim for the bushes," leaving the precinct puzzled as to why they did it and who will fill their shoes.
Furious 7 (205) - 3.2/5
Available to rent on AppleTV+ & Amazon Prime
After securing amnesty for their past crimes, Dominic Toretto, Brian O'Conner, and the rest of their team have returned to the United States to live normal lives, until a rogue special forces assassin seeking vengeance puts the team in danger again. Furious 7 is the final installment in the Fast & Furious franchise to include the late Paul Walker.
Luke Hobbs is portrayed by Dwayne Johnson. After their sorties in Rio de Janeiro and Europe, Hobbs, a DSS agent, partnered with Dom and his squad. The 7th installment of the Fast & Furious franchise is also the highest-grossing, beating its prequel Fast & Furious 6 in just ten days.
Fast Five (2011) - 3.4/5
Stream on FuboTV & DIRECTV
Since breaking her brother Dom out of custody, Mia Torretto and ex-cop Brian O'Conner have gone border-hopping to avoid police. In Fast Five, one of the best heist films ever according to Reddit, viewers are taken to Brazil where they finish their final task before becoming free.
Brian and Dom realize they have to confront the crooked businessman who wants them dead before the federal agent on their trail gets them, so they assemble their elite team of car racers. The federal agent is none other than Luke Hobbs, the character played by Dwayne Johnson. Tommy Lee Jones was originally cast in the role, but it was later changed to Johnson (per Screen Rant).
Fighting with My Family (2019) - 3.4/5
Stream on IMDbTV
Fighting with My Family is a biographical sports comedy-drama film based on Max Fisher's 2012 documentary The Wrestlers: Fighting with My Family. It follows Saraya "Paige" Bevis' professional wrestling career as she works her way up the WWE ladder, as well as her brother Zak Zodiac's battle to reach comparable success.
Because this is a film based on real-life WWE occurrences, it comes as no surprise that Dwayne Johnson, or The Rock, plays himself in the film. He also serves as one of the executive producers of the film. The film was well-received by critics, with Nick Allen of RogerEbert.com, stating that Fighting with My Family's biggest strengths is its wits and big heart.
WWE: Greatest Stars Of The '90s (2009) - 3.5/5
The emergence of wrestling superstars was one of the highlights of the 1990s, and while the '80s featured Arn Anderson and Jim Niedhart, the 1990s had a multitude of superstars to watch for. WWE: Greatest Stars Of The '90s focuses on these fantastic characters.
The WWE: Greatest Stars Of The 1990s DVD collection includes fresh new interviews as well as a selection of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's most memorable quotes, events, and promos from his illustrious career. It also features legendary wrestlers such as Steve "Stone Cold" Austin and Mark William "The Undertaker" Calaway.
The Rock: The Epic Journey of Dwayne Johnson (2012) - 3.5/5
Available to rent on AppleTV+
The Rock: The Epic Journey of Dwayne Johnson is a three-disc set that consists of a two-hour documentary, ten matches, and four full-length promos. It seeks to showcase one of the most rapid growth in WWE history and to elaborate on how a wrestler has become a successful actor.
It includes his story from his university days and how he became a successful wrestler and actor. The Blu-ray version has exclusive moments such as his challenge to John Cena, his birthday celebration, and several others. Critics find it entertaining and left them with a feeling of needing more of the content.
Moana (2016) - 3.8/5
Stream on Disney+
Inspired by Polynesian myths, Moana's story follows the resolute daughter of a Polynesian village head, Moana when she is picked by the ocean to return a mystical relic to the goddess Te Fiti. Moana sets off in pursuit of Maui, a demigod, to ask for help to return the treasure to Te Fiti and protect her folks from a threatening blight
Maui is voiced by none other than Dwayne Johnson. Maui is the prideful, mischievous, and insecure human-turned-demigod who was abandoned by his parents and has a thirst for satisfying mankind. As well as a stellar acting performance, viewers also get to enjoy one of Dwayne Johnson's best songs, the iconic "You're Welcome."