The long-completed WWE documentary Superfan – The Story of Vladimir has finally been released on the WWE Network.
The documentary, which was originally announced back in 2021, is now available on the WWE Network.
The documentary is currently not available on Peacock and it’s unknown when it will be added.
The documentary was announced over WrestleMania 37 weekend and focuses on WWE superfan Vladimir Abouzeide.
Although the documentary was completed much earlier, it was shelved prior to its release for unknown reasons.
You can check out the official announcement below:
“This summer, WWE Network Documentaries will shine a light not on a famous Superstar or Legend of the ring, but on one of WWE’s most devoted fans.
You might not know Vladimir Abouzeide by name, but to any longtime viewer, his face is almost as recognizable as Shawn Michaels’ or John Cena’s.
That’s because for more than 30 years, Abouzeide — the subject of the upcoming documentary, Superfan: The Story of Vladimir — was a fixture at ringside in WWE’s home arena of Madison Square Garden. Anytime a wrestling ring was erected inside MSG, you could count on Abouzeide being in the front row, a grin spread ear-to-ear as he cheered on his favorite Superstars and gave the business to the rest.
It was there in October 1986 that “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, during an edition of “Piper’s Pit,” invited Abouzeide into the ring to lend his opinion on which Superstar Hot Rod should team with against Paul Orndorff and Harley Race. Excitedly, Abouzeide leapt onto the apron and declared, “Hulk Hogan,” causing his fellow fans to erupt in approval. With that, the match was made.
“[Vladimir] carved himself a niche of popularity among the Garden faithful by showing his support for the Superstars who appeared in the World’s Most Famous Arena,” late WWE Hall of Fame announcer Howard Finkel wrote in a 2015 article about WWE’s most famous fans.
Abouzeide’s domain spanned beyond 4 Pennsylvania Plaza in the Big Apple, beyond even the New York metropolitan area at large. Over the years, he could be spotted in the crowd at dozens, perhaps hundreds, of WWE pay-per-views and TV shows, like sports-entertainment’s more conspicuous version of “Where’s Waldo?”
“I felt like he was at just about every show that I watched,” Sam Roberts says in the newly released Superfan trailer, echoing the sentiment of eagle-eyed WWE fans around the world.
Indeed, Abouzeide’s omnipresence turned him into a celebrity of sorts to fans and Superstars alike — Diesel greeted him by name as he strode down the aisle at WrestleMania XII, held in Anaheim, Calif. — but it also sparked intrigue. How was one man able to attend so many events, let alone always be in the front row? Did he have an inside connection to the company?
Superfan: The Story of Vladimir, which features interviews with Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels, Jimmy Hart, WWE executive Bruce Prichard and others, tackles these questions and more as it formally introduces Abouzeide to the WWE Universe for the first time.
The culmination of more than two years of filming, the documentary also examines the profound effect that the Covid-19 pandemic — which brought live-event attendance to a standstill in early 2020 — has had on Abouzeide.
“The relationship that Vladimir has with WWE, it’s part of his moral fiber,” Jeff Jarrett says in the Superfan trailer. “It is part of his identity, and that was taken away.”
After many months of not attending WWE events, Abouzeide finally returned at this year’s WrestleMania, where he not only took in The Show of Shows live and in-person but was even recognized by Triple H and Stephanie McMahon, as he was presented with a plaque and named WWE’s first Official Superfan.”
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The WWE documentary “Superfan – The Story of Vladimir” has finally been released on the WWE Network. This documentary, which was announced in 2021, is now available for fans to watch.
However, it’s important to note that the documentary is currently not available on Peacock, and it’s unclear when it will be added to the streaming platform.
The documentary focuses on WWE superfan Vladimir Abouzeide, who has been a fixture at ringside in WWE’s home arena of Madison Square Garden for over 30 years. Abouzeide’s face is almost as recognizable as famous WWE Superstars like Shawn Michaels and John Cena.
Abouzeide’s journey as a superfan began in October 1986 when “Rowdy” Roddy Piper invited him into the ring during an edition of “Piper’s Pit” to lend his opinion on which Superstar Piper should team with against Paul Orndorff and Harley Race. Abouzeide enthusiastically declared “Hulk Hogan,” and the match was made. This moment helped him carve a niche of popularity among the Garden faithful.
Abouzeide’s fandom extended beyond Madison Square Garden, as he could be spotted in the crowd at numerous WWE pay-per-views and TV shows. His omnipresence turned him into a celebrity among fans and Superstars alike. Many wondered how he was able to attend so many events and always secure a front-row seat. These questions and more are explored in the documentary.
The documentary features interviews with wrestling legends like Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels, and Jimmy Hart, as well as WWE executive Bruce Prichard and others. It delves into Abouzeide’s relationship with WWE and how it became a significant part of his identity. The film also examines the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Abouzeide, who was unable to attend live events for many months.
After a long hiatus from attending WWE events, Abouzeide made his return at this year’s WrestleMania. Not only did he witness The Show of Shows live and in-person, but he was also recognized by Triple H and Stephanie McMahon. They presented him with a plaque and named him WWE’s first Official Superfan.
The documentary provides an intimate look into the life of a dedicated WWE superfan and explores the profound effect that wrestling has had on Abouzeide. It is a must-watch for wrestling enthusiasts who want to gain insight into the passion and dedication of fans like Abouzeide.
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