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American Wrestler: The Wizard

2017Movie1 h 57 minPG-13

Drama
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic–6.2Rotten Tomatoes–90%
73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic–6.2Rotten Tomatoes–90%

Summary

In 1980, a teenage boy escapes the unrest in Iran only to face more hostility in America, due to the hostage crisis. Determined to fit in, he joins the school's floundering wrestling team.

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  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

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Crew

Directed by
Alex Ranarivelo
Written by
Ali Afshar, Brian Rudnick
Produced by
Ali Afshar, Hadeel Reda
Music by
Jamie Christopherson

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Facts

May 16, 2017 · 1 h 57 min · PG-13

Released
May 16, 2017
Runtime
1 h 57 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
30 countries
Keywords
based on true story

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Where can I stream American Wrestler: The Wizard?

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In the United States, American Wrestler: The Wizard streams on Prime and Howdy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 27 other countries.

Is American Wrestler: The Wizard worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 7.1).

Is American Wrestler: The Wizard okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.