CM Punk has made it clear he isnt really a fan of pulling back the curtain in WWE: Unreal but admits theres a place for shows like this in the modern era.
While speaking to JoBlo Celebrity Access, CM Punk was asked if he was surprised that WWE gave Netflix so much behind-the-scenes access for WWE: Unreal. He said it didnt shock him.
It felt like something that naturally fits where wrestling is today. Even then, Punk admitted he doesnt personally enjoy that kind of open access and wouldnt have chosen to do it if he had full control.
The Second City Saint still hasnt watched the show yet, but he knows there are moments worth capturing. Hes not a fan of showing wrestlers talking right after matches and said that kind of content isnt really for him.
But when something real happens like when Punk got injured, he allowed cameras to stay on because he felt those raw, human moments were important to share.
As a sports fan, CM Punk compared it to classic sports moments like Joe Namath breaking his leg on live TV. Those things stick with fans not just because theyre dramatic, but because they show how someone responds to adversity.
Punk said he couldve just given up after his injury and taken it as a sign that his comeback wasnt meant to be. But even at 45, he refused to quit and saw it as another challenge. He believes fans seeing that kind of determination and real struggle makes for strong and meaningful television.
CM Punk might not fully support pulling back the curtain, but he admits that shows like WWE: Unreal have a role in todays entertainment-focused wrestling scene. Therefore, well have to see whether the show will end up being a huge hit since it could lead to more seasons in the future.
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