Netflix has added a jaw-dropping new documentary to its growing lineup: Untold: The Liver King, a deep dive into the bizarre rise and dramatic fall of fitness influencer Brian Johnson, better known as The Liver King.
Johnson gained viral fame by promoting an intense form of “ancestral living,” a lifestyle based on the idea that modern health problems stem from abandoning primal habits. His philosophy? Skip the vegetables and instead eat raw liver, bull testicles, and other animal organs — all while lifting heavy and rejecting processed food and modern comforts.
Who is The Liver King?
Brian Johnson quickly amassed millions of followers across social media with his outrageous raw-meat-eating content and chiseled physique. His brand, built on carnivorous eating and primal workouts, grew into a multi-million-dollar business empire. 
But as his fame exploded, so did skepticism. Many began to question whether his muscular build was truly the result of his lifestyle, or if performance-enhancing drugs played a part. That suspicion ultimately led to widespread controversy and backlash when steroid use allegations emerged.
What to Expect from the Documentary
Netflix’s Untold: The Liver King offers a 70-minute, fast-paced look at the man behind the muscles. Directed by Joe Pearlman, the film includes exclusive interviews with Brian himself, his family, and business partners. It explores:
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His unconventional path to online fame
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The intensity of his “ancestral living” principles
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The fallout from the steroid scandal
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The personal toll of internet stardom
The trailer teases hard questions — including whether Johnson knowingly misled his followers — but leaves viewers waiting for the answers. What’s clear is that this is more than just a story about fitness; it’s about the seductive power of viral fame and the cost of building a brand on extreme beliefs.
Is The Liver King Worth Watching?
If you’re fascinated by influencer culture, fitness trends, or just enjoy a compelling documentary, Untold: The Liver King is an intense but engaging watch. Clocking in at just 70 minutes, it’s short enough for a single evening but packed with enough drama to leave an impression.
This is the second entry in the latest season of Netflix’s Untold documentary series. The first was Untold: Shooting Guards, which explored the infamous NBA locker room gun incident between Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Critten ton.
