The Main Event (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2020, The Main Event is a comedy and family film directed by Jay Karas, running about 102 minutes. “Big Dreams Need A Little Magic” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After discovering a magical mask, an 11-year-old aspiring wrestler enters a competition to become the next WWE superstar by using special powers from a magical mask.
Who’s in it. The Main Event stars Seth Carr as Leo Thompson, Tichina Arnold as Denise Thompson, Adam Pally as Steve Thompson and Ken Marino as Frankie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Main Event has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Main Event page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Main Event tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Main Event (2020)?
- In US, The Main Event is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Main Event worth watching?
- The Main Event holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Main Event?
- The Main Event stars Seth Carr, Tichina Arnold, Adam Pally, Ken Marino and Mike Mizanin.
- When was The Main Event released?
- The Main Event was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.