When it comes to A24, biographical sports dramas are not typically the first, second, or even third thing that comes to mind. Indeed, those familiar with the arthouse studio’s endeavors would quickly associate it with daring horror features, surreal character dramas, and Oscar-winning films exploring the concept of a multiverse—a sentence that only A24 could truly make into a reality.
However, A24 is now exploring the world of sports biopics with a unique film called The Iron Claw. The title is a nod to the iron claw wrestling hold popularized by the Von Erich family, particularly Kevin Von Erich, who is the subject of the film.
Set to be released in theaters later this year, The Iron Claw boasts an impressive cast that promises to deliver one of the most captivating entries in the sports biopic genre. The film explores the tragic story of the Von Erich curse—a term used to describe the numerous misfortunes that have befallen the family over the years.
So, who exactly can we expect to see in The Iron Claw, and when will it hit theaters? Here’s everything you need to know about A24’s upcoming biographical film.
When Does The Iron Claw Release?
Mark your calendars! A24 plans to release The Iron Claw on December 22 of this year. It will be competing against Illumination’s star-studded animated family movie Migration and Zack Snyder’s Netflix-exclusive sci-fi epic Rebel Moon.
Who Is in the Cast of The Iron Claw?
The talented Zac Efron leads the cast as Kevin Von Erich, the former WCWA World Heavyweight champion and the sole surviving member of the second generation of the Von Erich family. Lily James will portray Pam Adkisson, Kevin’s wife.
Jeremy Allen White from The Bear joins Efron and James as Kerry Von Erich, Kevin’s brother. Kerry achieved over 40 championships during his wrestling career but tragically took his own life in 1993.
Stanley Simons will portray Mike Von Erich, another member of the second generation of the Von Erich family who died by suicide. Chris Von Erich, who will not be featured in the film, is the third sibling to have suffered the same fate.
Other members of the Von Erich family who will make appearances in the film include David Von Erich (played by Harris Dickinson), Fritz Von Erich (played by Holt McCallany), and Doris Von Erich (played by Maura Tierney). Additionally, wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman will depict Lance Von Erich, a professional wrestler who adopted the Von Erich name in the ring to the family’s disapproval. The film will also include portrayals of renowned wrestlers such as Michael Hayes, Ric Flair, Harley Race, Bruiser Body, The Sheik, and Gino Hernandez, played by Brady Pierce, Aaron Dean Eisenberg, Kevin Anton, Cazzey Louis Cereghino, Chavo Guerrero Jr., and Ryan Nemeth, respectively.
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