Following his submission loss to Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C., John Cena’s profile on WWE.com was moved to the “Alumni” section.
Hollywood Projects Update
Cena continues his acting career with several projects currently available or in production:
- Peacemaker Season 2: The second season of the DC series premiered in August and is currently available for streaming on Max.
- Heads of State: This action-comedy, co-starring Idris Elba, was released on Prime Video in July 2025.
- Coyote vs. Acme: The film is scheduled for release on August 28, 2026. Cena plays the lawyer for the ACME Corporation.
- Matchbox: A live-action film based on the toy car brand is currently in production and scheduled for a 2026 release.
Career Overview
Cena debuted on WWE television in 2002. His career accomplishments include:
- 16-Time World Champion: Cena holds the record for most recognized world title reigns, tied with Ric Flair.
- Grand Slam Champion: He has held the WWE, World Heavyweight, United States, and Tag Team Championships.
- Five-Time United States Champion: Cena had five separate reigns with the title throughout his career.
- Two-Time Royal Rumble Winner: He won the match in 2008 and 2013.
Hall of Fame and Future Status
With his retirement and move to the alumni roster, questions regarding a potential WWE Hall of Fame induction have arisen. Cena has signed a five-year ambassador agreement with WWE and will remain with the company in that capacity.
