10 Best Movies & TV Shows About Wrestling

The misconception about wrestling as a "fake" sport means wrestling movies don't always make headlines. From Body Slam to Ready To Rumble , there have been plenty of movies and TV productions revolving around the square ring over the past decades, but many of them are still underappreciated.

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The wrestling-related project entertains fans not only by recreating complex movements in the ring, but also by following the personal lives of the characters associated with the industry. There are currently over 50 movies and series that fall under this category, but some of them are highly recommended due to their quality.

Heels are a slow walk in the indie circle

Traditional wrestling fans often find the indie circuit boring, but it has a long history. Starring Steven Amell, Arrows from the Universe actor, Heels revolves around a rivalry between two brothers trying to be the stars of their father's next wrestling promotion.

The Starz series brilliantly demonstrates what wrestling scripts really need. It dissolves the idea that everything is fake and emphasizes that it only sets the direction of the plot. Despite this, writing the perfect wrestling script is not easy, and the main characters always struggle to come up with interesting ideas. The debate between indie and mainstream is also kept alive through dialogue, as one brother dreams of making it to the big leagues and another pushes for his father's promotion.

Wrestlers Appreciate the Hardship of Losing Glory

The transition from one of the most respected wrestlers in the world to a standalone player can be difficult, which is why Randy "The Ram" Robinson wants to keep his former glory in The Wrestler . Despite poor health, he risks his life by taking risky steps.

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With over 20 real-life professional wrestlers making cameo appearances, the film is more biographical than fiction. However, Aries' life is consistent with many wrestlers as he faces the same types of relationships and financial issues previously reported but he keeps trying. The ending is also golden as it includes a black camera shot of Baran high jumping in the ring despite chest pains.

No Holds Barred has epic fights for the main event

Hulk Hogan may have waned to his Hollywood tastes in recent years, but he still has a legacy of making some of the best pro wrestling movies. One of them is No Holds Barred , in which Hogan plays fictional WWF wrestler Rick Thomas.

In a storyline reflecting the rivalry between WWF and WCW, Rick receives an offer to leave the company from the head of a rival promotion, which he declines; honcho for more interesting content. While most of the events are easy to forget, the main event between Rick and rival promo star Zeus feels like the fight of the century and helps cement the film's place among the best action movies of the '80s.

GLOW draws the attention of female wrestlers

Female wrestlers had to struggle to gain recognition in the mainstream wrestling brands, but things got a little easier in the 80s when there were only women's promotions. Focused on gorgeous wrestling ladies, GLOW offers incredible in-ring performances and personal life drama.

The series constantly dances between light and serious themes. Most episodes depict wrestling stereotypes with visual humor and also make reference to feminist-related themes such as the gender pay gap and work-life balance. Unfortunately, GLOW does not have a proper ending as it was one of the events that canceled the renewal.

Paradise Alley is an underrated but incredible Stallone film.

Stallone is better known for his boxing films in the Rocky franchise than wrestling, but he also starred in one of them in the 1970s. The actor plays not an athlete, but a promoter who is trying to push his talented brother into the spotlight.

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Some fans may disagree that Stallone does not use any punches or weapons here, but Paradise Alley was also his authorship, so the fight scenes are still interesting without his direct participation. The slow paced nature of the film also makes it a refreshing entry into the actor's rich filmography.

Peanut Butter Falcon Shows the Importance of Dreaming Bigger

Peanut Butter Falcon combines awe, ambition, and resilience to tell the story of Zach, a man with Down Syndrome who escapes the institution he lives in to find his idol, Salt Water Hillbilly Wrestling School. Things didn't go as planned, but there was still a happy ending.

People with disabilities almost never enter the wrestling ring these days, but independent films show that things can change with the right attitude and training. Overall, Peanut Falcon has more dialogue than actual combat, but the conversation helps shed light on a less discussed aspect of career and mental health.

Young Rock talks about Dwayne Johnson's early years

While he is best known as an action star, some of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's best performances have appeared on TV shows. A perfect example is Young Rock , where Johnson runs for president in 2032 and reminisces about previous years in hindsight.

Much is known about Dwayne Johnson's professional life, but little is known about his early years, which is why the series deserves to provide compelling information about the world's most famous star. In addition, the show was a hit with fans as wrestlers such as Andre the Giant, Stone Cold, Hit Man and Mick Foley also had supporting roles.

Vile King Demonstrates Heel Strength

An important skill required to become a professional wrestler is the ability to taunt and reverse. This is the point of view presented by the South Korean film The King of Villainy during its 120-minute screening .

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And again, fans who dream of becoming wrestlers were at the center of events. Inspired by some of the biggest heels of the past, he goes out of his way to become a superstar, mostly with dirty and mean expressions. In addition to an enjoyable host, The Foul King offers an in-depth look at professional wrestling outside of the United States and makes many comparisons.

The Lord of the Rings is a Guilty Pleasure film in a foreign language.

Queens of the Rings is n't as polished as some of the other movies on the list, but it has enough raw humor to make it a pleasure to watch. The French production is about a mother whose son, much to her dismay, begins to ignore her. So he decides to become a professional wrestler to impress her.

There is no shortage of shocking moments in this film, from rope-biting in the ring to showing private parts to fans, but most of it sticks to ring tech since it's a WWE production. Considering the absurdity of it all, the performances of some real professional wrestlers were a huge shock.

Arguing with my family has a very familiar face.

At a time when some of wrestling's biggest stars didn't have biopics, former WWE superstar Paige made a difference by telling the story of her rise to fame. In addition to Paige's story, the biopic dedicates a few minutes to her brother Zach Zodiac, who struggled to achieve the same success.

Instead of just recreating scenes, Fighting With My Family makes good use of archive footage, removing any doubt that certain events actually happened. The presence of Dwayne Johnson in a supporting role also helps make the film appealing to non-wrestling fans, along with cameos from Big Show, The Miz and Sheamus.

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