The Wrestling Queen (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1973, The Wrestling Queen is a documentary film directed by Patrick Vallely, running about 73 minutes. “She's Big. She Beautiful She'll Do Anything To Win.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This documentary is a must have for "old school" wrestling fans! It's loosely focused on the career of 23 year old Vivian Vachon during her first professional tour, and the wrestling legends she shares the ring with. Through interviews with wrestling superstars, the promoters, the fans, and the critics, Wrestling Queen will give you a snapshot of a rarely seen part of 70’s culture, along with a healthy dose of wrestling nostalgia!

Who’s in it. The Wrestling Queen stars Vivian Vachon as Herself, Maurice Vachon as Mad Dog Vachon, Bill Watts as Himself and Paul Vachon as Himself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Wrestling Queen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wrestling Queen page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Wrestling Queen tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Wrestling Queen (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wrestling Queen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Wrestling Queen worth watching?
The Wrestling Queen holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Wrestling Queen?
The Wrestling Queen stars Vivian Vachon, Maurice Vachon, Bill Watts, Paul Vachon and Bonnie Watson.
When was The Wrestling Queen released?
The Wrestling Queen was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.