John Cena, preparing to retire from wrestling this December, is shifting focus toward his Hollywood career with a new film project. Cena will collaborate with Kevin Hart to produce and star in a Netflix action-comedy titled The Leading Man, marking the latest step in his expanding entertainment presence.
Details About the Upcoming Movie
The Leading Man is currently in early development, scripted by Jon and Erich Hoeber. The plot centers on a self-absorbed movie star played by Cena, who discovers his co-star, portrayed by Hart, is actually a secret agent. Forced to confront his misconceptions about action heroes, Cena’s character must set aside his pride to help save the world.
Kevin Hart will produce the film through his production company Hartbeat, which has a multi-film agreement with Netflix. Additional producers include Kelly-Clyne, Bryan Smiley, Joe Roth, Jeff Kirschenbaum, Eric Gitter, Peter Schwerin, Dan Baime, and Cena himself, representing various production companies such as RK Films and Ignition Productions.
“When a self-absorbed movie star (Cena) discovers that his co-star/man in the chair (Hart) is an actual agent, he’s forced to swallow his pride and accept that action stars aren’t really action heroes…while trying to save the world.”
—Deadline
Current Wrestling Status and Upcoming Matches
John Cena recently relinquished the WWE Championship title to Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam. Despite this, Cena remains active in the wrestling world and is scheduled to compete against Logan Paul at Clash In Paris. This match comes as part of Cena’s ongoing WWE retirement tour, keeping fans engaged until his final performance.
Significance of This Project in Cena’s Career Shift
This new film project strengthens John Cena’s transition from wrestling to acting, demonstrating his commitment to Hollywood roles alongside familiar faces like Kevin Hart. With Netflix’s backing and an experienced creative team, The Leading Man is positioned to showcase Cena’s versatility and appeal beyond the wrestling ring. As his retirement approaches, this project highlights his growing presence in the entertainment industry and sets the stage for future film opportunities.
