Producer Lauren Schuler Donner initially wanted to tell Wolverine's Japan arc, but the studio insisted on an origins story first. The film's production is showcased through a Hugh Jackman-centric look, focusing on the character of Wolverine.
Wolverine Unleashed: The Complete Origins
The documentary begins with producer Lauren Schuler Donner explaining how the initial plan was to adapt Wolverine's Japan arc, but the studio insisted on a prequel that would explore the origins of the character.