The newly released trailer for John Cena’s film, Heads of State, has ignited excitement among fans, showcasing intense action sequences. This buzz follows Cena’s controversial WWE WrestleMania 41 victory over Cody Rhodes, where he captured the Undisputed WWE Championship and declared himself the “real champion” on RAW. However, his reign was quickly challenged by Randy Orton’s surprise RKO.
Now, Cena is back in the spotlight, not only for his WWE exploits but also for the Heads of State trailer, which premiered on Prime Video on his birthday. The action-comedy stars Cena, Priyanka Chopra, and Idris Elba, whose powerful performances have resonated with viewers.
Heads of State revolves around the rivalry between the US President and the UK Prime Minister. Cena and Elba portray characters from opposing sides forced to collaborate in order to avert a global crisis, with Chopra’s character aiding their mission.
Directed by Ilya Naishuller, Heads of State is slated for a global release on Prime Video on July 2, 2025, and will be available in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, and Tamil. The trailer’s positive reception suggests the film has the potential to shatter box office records.
Beyond Hollywood, Cena’s “retirement tour” continues in WWE, with appearances scheduled throughout the year. He is expected to defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton at WWE Backlash 2025 on May 10, and an official announcement is anticipated soon.
On a recent RAW episode, Cena’s fiery promo was cut short by another RKO attack from Randy Orton, fueling the flames of their revived rivalry and promising a thrilling showdown.
Heads of State features the screenplay by Josh Appelbaum and André Nemec, based on a story by Harrison Query. Peter Safran and John Rickard produced the film, with Marcus Viscidi, Josh Appelbaum, André Nemec, John Cena, and Idris Elba serving as executive producers.
