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The Wrestler

"Love. Pain. Glory."

September 7, 2008 1h 49m 7.5/10 (3,883 votes)

Originally released in 2008. The Wrestler is a drama/romance film. directed by Darren Aronofsky.

Starring Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei, and Evan Rachel Wood

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 7, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 1h 49m 109 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (3,883 votes)
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Budget $6M Production budget
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Box Office $44.7M 7.5x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$6,000,000
Revenue
$44,734,660

Production Companies

  • Wild Bunch
  • Top Rope
  • Saturn Films
  • Protozoa Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wrestler about?

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...

Who directed The Wrestler?

The Wrestler was directed by Darren Aronofsky.

How long is The Wrestler?

The Wrestler has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).

When was The Wrestler released?

The Wrestler was released on September 7, 2008 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Wrestler?

The main cast of The Wrestler includes Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei, Evan Rachel Wood, Mark Margolis, Todd Barry.

Is The Wrestler worth watching?

The Wrestler has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 3,883 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.