GLOW Editor Reveals Favorite Episode: A Meta Dive into 80s Wrestling

Fans still mourn the premature cancellation of Netflix's GLOW, and editor Tyler L. Cook (aka Lucky) has offered a fascinating peek behind the curtain. Cook revealed his absolute favorite episode to cut was a meta "show-within-a-show" — an entire segment dedicated to recreating an authentic 80s Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling broadcast.

GLOW, which ran from 2017 to 2019, was a unique gem. It blended heartfelt drama with the vibrant, over-the-top spectacle of 80s women's wrestling. Starring Alison Brie, Betty Gilpin, and Marc Maron, the series perfectly captured the era's cheesy charm while exploring the complex lives of its ensemble cast. Sadly, its planned fourth season was axed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leaving a story untold.

Cook highlighted the delicate balance of crafting GLOW's narrative while honoring its source material. "We were always aware of what was the show they were making and what was a show we were making," he explained, referring to the real-life GLOW versus the fictionalized Netflix series. His favorite episode felt like a pure 80s variety show — full of skits, wrestling matches, and pure, unadulterated silliness.

Yet, as Cook points out, the Netflix series was robust enough to embrace that kitsch without losing its dramatic core. He credits showrunners Liz Flahive and Carly Mensch for their masterful ability to create a show that was "amazing, dramatic, funny, and heartfelt." GLOW remains a testament to their vision, a beloved series that continues to resonate with fans, available to stream on Netflix.