First Look: Cody Rhodes Makes Hilarious Cameo in The Naked Gun Reboot Trailer
WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes is officially Hollywood-bound—and we now have our first look at his movie debut! The latest trailer for The Naked Gun reboot, released by Paramount Pictures, gives fans a hilarious peek at Rhodes’ slapstick cameo in the film.
Cody Rhodes in The Naked Gun – Cameo Details
The trailer, which features Liam Neeson as Detective Frank Drebin, includes a memorable moment where Neeson enters a bar—only to smash a bartender’s face into oblivion. That bartender? None other than Cody Rhodes. The exaggerated facial reaction and nose-breaking slapstick comedy perfectly align with the film’s classic tone.
Fans were quick to celebrate Rhodes’ comic timing and unexpected appearance.
Earlier this year, Cody confirmed that his role in the film would be a minor cameo, and now we know it’s a short—but hilarious—appearance as a bartender.
Film Overview
- Title: The Naked Gun (2025 Reboot)
- Director: Akiva Schaffer (Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping)
- Main Cast: Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, Danny Huston
- Genre: Slapstick Comedy
- Release Date: August 1, 2025
- Studio: Paramount Pictures
This reboot brings the beloved Naked Gun franchise back to life, combining classic comedy with modern twists—and now, a touch of WWE star power.
What This Means for Cody Rhodes
This cameo may be small, but it could open the doors to a new Hollywood chapter for The American Nightmare. With Dwayne Johnson and John Cena finding major success in the film world, Cody’s debut—though brief—hints that he may be following a similar path.
What do you think?
Are you excited to see Cody Rhodes in Hollywood? Did the trailer meet your expectations? Drop your thoughts in the comments!