Never-Before-Seen Backstage Footage of CM Punk’s WWE Survivor Series Return Released

It’s been one year since CM Punk shocked the wrestling world with his return at WWE’s Survivor Series 2023, and now fans are getting an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the moment that “froze hell and broke the internet.”

WWE celebrated the anniversary in style, dropping never-before-seen footage on YouTube that captures the surreal energy of Punk’s return. The video shows Punk being escorted to Gorilla Position by Bruce Prichard, sharing emotional reunions with Triple H, Stephanie McMahon, William Regal, and countless others. Fans also get to see Punk backstage after his iconic entrance, reconnecting with familiar faces like Randy Orton, Kofi Kingston, Bayley, Rhea Ripley, and Dominik Mysterio.

Punk’s return on November 25, 2023, came just two months after his AEW departure and marked his first WWE appearance in a decade. The moment instantly became one of the most talked-about in wrestling history, as Punk stepped through the curtain at Chicago’s Allstate Arena to an arena-shaking reaction.

Commenting on the one-year milestone, Triple H took to Twitter to reflect on the night that changed everything:

“The night that froze hell, broke the internet… and changed everything. Never-before-seen footage from @CMPunk’s return at last year’s #SurvivorSeries has been revealed.”

Punk’s first year back in WWE hasn’t been without challenges, including a triceps tear suffered during his first televised match back at the 2024 Royal Rumble. But that hasn’t stopped him from making waves. From headline-grabbing promos to thrilling rivalries, Punk’s comeback has been nothing short of legendary.

Now, Punk is gearing up for his most anticipated moment yet: competing inside WarGames at this year’s Survivor Series. Teaming with the OG Bloodline against The New Bloodline, Punk’s presence promises to electrify the event just as it did a year ago.