Working the Gimmick

 is the first episode in the first season of Young Rock which was aired on February 16, 2021.

Synopsis
As Dwayne Johnson runs for president in 2032, he reflects on his life that's shaped him into the man he is today, from growing up in a resilient family, to navigating rebellious teen years, to playing NCAA football.

Main

 * Dwayne Johnson as himself
 * Adrian Groulx as 10-year-old Dwayne Johnson
 * Bradley Constant as 15-year-old Dwayne Johnson
 * Uli Latukefu as 18–20-year-old Dwayne Johnson
 * Stacey Leilua as Ata Johnson
 * Joseph Lee Anderson as Rocky Johnson
 * Ana Tuisila as Lia Maivia
 * John Tui as Afa Anoa'i
 * Fasitua Amosa as Sika Anoa'i
 * Randall Park as Himself

Recurring

 * Matthew Willig as André the Giant
 * Brett Azar as The Iron Sheik
 * Nate Jackson as Junkyard Dog
 * Kevin Makely as Randy Savage

Guest

 * Emmett Skilton as Coach Orgeron
 * Wavyy Jonez as Russell Maryland
 * Taj Cross as Gabe
 * Lexie Duncan as Karen
 * Christopher Chen as Sandy
 * Jeremy Waters as Waffle
 * Montez Wilkins as Jessie Armstead
 * Greg Hatton as Billy
 * Gareth Macready as Hoody