UNTOLD: The Liver King, Netflix's foray into the carnivorous kingdom of Brian Johnson
Netflix's "UNTOLD: The Liver King" explores the bizarre rise of Brian Johnson, who built an online empire on raw meat and "ancestral living." The documentary delves into the man behind the persona, the family within the myth, and the cost of online fame when accusations of hypocrisy lead to a public reckoning. Premieres May 13
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Prepare for a wild ride into the bizarre and captivating world of Brian Johnson, the online sensation known as The Liver King. Netflix 's latest installment of its acclaimed "UNTOLD" documentary series, titled "UNTOLD: The Liver King," promises to peel back the layers of this raw meat-munching, forest-sprinting guru who built a massive following on the back of an "ancestral lifestyle."Forget your typical fitness documentary focused on reps and routines. "UNTOLD: The Liver King," premiering on Netflix on May 13, delves into the fascinating phenomenon of internet celebrity and the construction of a larger-than-life persona.Director Joe Pearlman admits he was instantly "transfixed" by the Liver King's online presence, a potent cocktail of raw organs, primal grunts, and undeniably impressive physique. His quest to understand the man behind the myth led him down a rabbit hole far stranger than he initially anticipated.For those unfamiliar with the King's reign, Brian Johnson, with his signature wild beard and intense demeanor, captivated millions by preaching a return to "ancestral living."This philosophy, built on tenets like consuming whole, unprocessed foods (including, yes, raw testicles), embracing the outdoors, and shunning modern conveniences, resonated with a significant online audience seeking a more "natural" way of life.His impressive musculature served as a powerful visual endorsement of his unconventional methods.However, the documentary isn't just about the allure of the Liver King's lifestyle. It takes a sharp turn into the complexities of online identity and the potential chasm between persona and reality."UNTOLD: The Liver King" asks pertinent questions about the age of unfiltered online fame. What happens when an individual transforms into a carefully crafted brand? How does a family navigate life within the confines of such a public myth?And ultimately, what is the true cost of becoming your own self-proclaimed hero in the digital age?Produced by a team including Gabe Turner and Ben Silverman, and brought to life by Bitachon 365 and Candle True Stories, the documentary offers intimate access to Brian Johnson himself, alongside his family and business partners.Through these interviews, "UNTOLD" aims to unravel the rapid ascent of the Liver King's internet stardom and the inevitable controversy that followed his unconventional pronouncements.Director Joe Pearlman says, "We live in a time when someone can reach hundreds of millions of people without going through any kind of traditional gatekeeping," he states. "No background checks: just a phone and a guy. When shock and outrage get views, what are you willing, or even able, to keep doing to stay at the top of the algorithm?""UNTOLD: The Liver King" promises to be more than just a profile of an internet oddity. It's a timely exploration of identity, authenticity, and the often-blurred lines between the two in the hyper-real world of online fame.Prepare to have your perceptions challenged when this latest chapter of "UNTOLD" drops on Netflix next month.
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