The Undertaker Urges WWE to Bring Back Deeper, Character-Driven Storytelling
If there’s anyone in wrestling who’s earned the right to comment on the state of the business, it’s The Undertaker. Recently, the Deadman shared his thoughts on the current WWE product, and his message was loud and clear: today’s wrestling needs more meaningful storytelling.
In a recent interview with WrestleStar , The Undertaker—one of WWE’s most iconic and respected figures—spoke about the changes he sees in the industry. While he acknowledged that WWE is thriving financially and packing arenas, he believes something vital is missing beneath the surface. “Man, it’s hard to put a finger on that,” he said. “The business is so incredibly strong right now, as far as gates and all the money that is generated. But I feel like there needs to be maybe… some more deeper storylines.”
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What he’s talking about isn’t just nostalgia. It’s about connecting with fans in ways that go beyond flashy moves or quick feuds. He referenced The Bloodline storyline as a prime example of how long-term storytelling can still thrive in today’s fast-paced entertainment world. “That was such a rich, rich story. And it worked so well,” he noted, expressing his desire to see more stories with deep-rooted trajectories that evolve over time and really invest viewers in the characters' journeys.
Michelle McCool, his wife and former WWE superstar herself, backed up his point by mentioning the ongoing Rhea Ripley vs. Liv Morgan rivalry as another compelling example. She highlighted how character tension and emotional stakes can draw people in just as effectively as any in-ring action.
The Undertaker didn’t stop there. He laid out a philosophy that feels almost like a blueprint for better wrestling. “I like my bad guys to be bad and my good guys to be good,” he said. “I need to feel my good guys in jeopardy and have them really overcome things.” That classic dynamic—clear moral lines, emotional investment, and real personal stakes—is what he believes is missing in many current storylines.
And he may not just be shouting from the sidelines. The Undertaker also expressed openness to joining WWE’s creative team, should the right opportunity arise. While he admitted it would require his full attention, he’s not closed to the idea of helping shape the next generation of WWE stories, potentially working alongside Triple H and the current leadership team.
At the end of the day, The Undertaker’s call is not for nostalgia, but for evolution with purpose. He’s asking WWE to remember what makes wrestling feel real: characters we care about, stories that matter, and moments that resonate long after the final bell rings. As fans, we can only hope those behind the scenes are listening.
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