Why Hulk Hogan Pulled The Plug On His Own Netflix Biopic

At the time of his passing, Netflix was actually filming a Hulk Hogan bio series. That didnt change the fact that the Hemsworth biopic wasnt happening, but it was nixed for a good reason.

During 83 Weeks, Eric Bischoff expanded on why Hulk Hogans biographical film was cancelled. It seems that WWE had a lot more to do with the situation than some may have thought.

Bischoff shared the definitive behind-the-scenes story of why the long-awaited Hulk Hogan biopiconce set to star Chris Hemsworth and directed by Joker filmmaker Todd Phillipswas ultimately scrapped.

Originally announced in 2019, the project had major studio backing, a script penned by Joker co-writer Scott Silver, and top-tier talent attached. Bischoff, who served as a producer, said that momentum was strong before unforeseen setbacks derailed the film.

Although things were rolling for the Hulk Hogan movie, production never started. As Bischoff explained, the COVID-19 pandemic brought the entire film industry to a halt.

The delay caused by COVID meant significant logistical issues with Netflix, because they have a tight operating scheduled and budget, and they had all the rights for the project. According to Eric Bischoff, Netflix was closing in on the end of its two-year option on Hogans life rights and failed to meet the deadline to extend it.

Even after the option expired, Eric Bischoff noted that the final blow for the film didnt come from the studio or pandemic, but from Hulk Hogan himself was the final leg drop on his own biopic.

We will have to see what is in store for Hulk Hogans legacy, because the two-time WWE Hall of Famers name is certain to be included on many famous death lists at the end of 2025. Only time will tell if we finally see a biopic or something else to document the man who changed pro wrestling and pop culture forever, in many different ways.