The Wrestling Classic (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1985, The Wrestling Classic is an action film directed by Vince McMahon, running about 146 minutes.
What it’s about. The Wrestling Classic was a World Wrestling Federation pay-per-view event that took place on November 7, 1985 from the Rosemont Horizon in Rosemont, Illinois. The main event was the finals of a 16-man tournament where Junkyard Dog defeated Randy Savage. The undercard featured a 16-man single-elimination tournament, Hulk Hogan versus Roddy Piper for the WWF Championship and a contest where Michael Hamley won a Rolls Royce.
Who’s in it. The Wrestling Classic stars Tom Billington as The Dynamite Kid, Harry Fujiwara as Mr. Fuji, Terry Funk as Himself and James Ray Hart as "The Mouth Of The South" Jimmy Hart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Wrestling Classic 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 Classic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wrestling Classic tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wrestling Classic (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wrestling Classic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wrestling Classic worth watching?
- The Wrestling Classic holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wrestling Classic?
- The Wrestling Classic stars Tom Billington, Harry Fujiwara, Terry Funk, James Ray Hart and Elizabeth Hulette.
- When was The Wrestling Classic released?
- The Wrestling Classic was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 146 minutes.