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The Wrestler

2008Movie1 h 49 minR

DramaRomance
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic808.2Rotten Tomatoes99%88%

A deeply moving, profoundly sad drama movie about everyday modern life and sports, with standout performances and characters.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood

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Not for warmth, scares or comfort.

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Story

Love. Pain. Glory.

Aging wrestler Randy "The Ram" Robinson is long past his prime but still ready and rarin' to go on the pro-wrestling circuit. After a particularly brutal beating, however, Randy hangs up his tights, pursues a serious relationship with a long-in-the-tooth stripper, and tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter. But he can't resist the lure of the ring and readies himself for a comeback.

Feels like

  • Gritty Character Study
  • Heartbreaking Drama
  • Aging Athlete
  • Redemption Arc
  • Raw & Realistic
  • Father-Daughter Dynamics
  • Behind-the-Scenes Wrestling
  • Powerful Central Performance
  • Melancholy Mood
  • Social Realism

Cast

24 of 48

Crew

Directed by
Darren Aronofsky
Written by
Robert D. Siegel
Produced by
Darren Aronofsky, Scott Franklin
Music by
Clint Mansell

Everyone

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Facts

December 17, 2008 · 1 h 49 min · R

Released
December 17, 2008
Runtime
1 h 49 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Nudity
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States, France
Budget
$6 million
Box office
$45 million
Available in
42 countries

Tropes

Fan Disservice, Disco Dan, Glory Days +9

  • Fan Disservice
  • Disco Dan
  • Glory Days
  • Hope Spot
  • Broken Ace
  • All-American Face
  • Alone in a Crowd
  • Missing Mom
  • Hollywood Heart Attack
  • Trashy Trailer Home
  • No Hero to His Valet
  • Pet the Dog

12 of 67 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Wrestler?"

Questions about The Wrestler

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Wrestler?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Wrestler from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 31 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Wrestler worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 99%, and Metacritic 80).

Is The Wrestler good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 5 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is The Wrestler plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (10 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Was The Wrestler a box office hit?

Budget$6 million
Box office$45 million

Yes, a big one: it cost about $6 million to make and earned $45 million worldwide, 7.5 times its budget.

What tropes does The Wrestler use?

Fan DisserviceDisco DanGlory DaysHope SpotBroken AceAll-American FaceAlone in a CrowdMissing MomHollywood Heart AttackTrashy Trailer HomeNo Hero to His ValetPet the Dogand 55 more

TV Tropes lists 67 tropes for it, including Fan Disservice, Disco Dan, and Glory Days.