Synopsis
When Khosrow Vaziri became the World Wrestling Federations Iron Sheik and camel-clutched his way to fame in the 1980s, he achieved the American Dream by personifying a foreign villain. Losing his world championship belt to Hulk Hogan became a defining moment in professional wrestling. These days, the Sheiks smackdowns are on Twitter, where hes gained a new following. Once an Olympic hopeful, bodyguard to Irans Shah and pop culture icon, we witness Vaziri struggling with addiction and despair as a family man. But with the help of Torontos Magen brothers, the Sheik begins a road to redemption and renewed status as a public figure. Showcasing his powerful past and at times painful present, this is an insightful look at one of wrestlings biggest stars, but also a powerful story of personal sacrifice that, in the Sheiks own words, will make you humble.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 7.1/10 | 71% |
| TMDB | 7.4/1028 votes | 29% |
| Balasaur Score | 72 | 100% |
Key crew
- Igal HechtDirector
Cast
- Khosrow VaziriSelf - The Iron Sheik
- Jim RossSelf
- Hulk HoganSelf
- Dwayne JohnsonSelf
- Jack BlackSelf
- Jim DugganSelf
- Mick FoleySelf
- Bret HartSelf
- Jimmy HartSelf
- Seth GreenSelf
- David GolshanSelf
- Todd W. FulkersonSelf
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Themes
Dwayne Johnson Movies
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