“Better than The Rock”: Fans Lavish Praise on John Cena’s Splendid Acting in Peacemaker
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Sometimes pro-wrestlers make such strides in other fields that fans end up comparing them there as well. So, when John Cena bypassed everyone’s expectations with The Peacemaker, the fans compared him to The Rock.
Recently, fans took to social media to express how much they have enjoyed watching John Cena portray The Peacemaker in the newly released series. This is the first time Cena has been working in a series where he is the lead character, and it was important for it to become a Hollywood Hit.
better then the rock imo
— ☢︎︎ (@Y0KE_) February 11, 2022
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huh? you can't be serious in comparing the 2? the rock, like will Smith always plays the same character, themselves, in each movie. Cena surprised the shit outta me with his acting ability. way more believable
— Kram Zenitram (@KaiNikko) February 12, 2022
I dont think Peacemaker wouldve been as good without John Cena in the lead role.
— Vash0125 (@AngelCaban19) February 11, 2022
Yeah he’s easily the best wrestler turned actor for me
— Carter 🦍 (@H11mGuy) February 11, 2022
Prior to the release, John Fena heavily promoted the series by appearing on shows, doing interviews, and answering fan questions on social media.
The first time Cena played The Peacemaker was in The Suicide Squad, and the fans reacted extremely positive to it. As a result, HBO Max offered him a spin-off series based on the character, and he immediately said yes!
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John Cena could come back to WWE after his Hollywood schedule ends
When The Champ came back to WWE at Money in the Bank 2021, he put his entire Hollywood schedule on hold. He wanted to work all the dates so that no fan was left disappointed during any of the shows.
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 02: John Cena attends Warner Bros. Premiere of “The Suicide Squad” at The Landmark Westwood on August 02, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)
But, after his departure at SummerSlam 2021, he started shooting for The Peacemaker series and the movies he already signed the contract for.
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Of course, Cena has quite a bit of Hollywood work left before he can turn towards WWE again.
He could return again in 2022, but it won’t be anytime soon. It could be WrestleMania 38 or Survivor Series, but not before that.
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He still has to work his retirement match since it’s doubtful his SummerSlam 2021 match was his retirement match.
John Cena took on Roman Reigns at SummerSlam 2021 with the Universal Championship on the line. Many thought Cena would dethrone Reigns, but that didn’t happen.
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It was the last match he had in WWE before bidding a fond farewell to the WWE Universe. As of now, it’s unknown if he plans to come back. And, if he does, when he plans to come back.
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