The best André Roussimoff’s documentary movies

André Roussimoff

André Roussimoff

19/05/1946- 27/01/1993
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Andre the Giant

Andre the Giant
7.8/10
An ambitious and wide-ranging documentary exploring Andre’s upbringing in France, his celebrated career in WWE, and his forays in the entertainment world.

WWE: The True Story of WrestleMania

WWE: The True Story of WrestleMania
7.4/10
It is the most anticipated yearly event in Sports Entertainment, an annual pop culture touch point. For more than 25 years, WrestleMania has hosted the biggest matches, the biggest stars, and the biggest celebrities. Now for the first time ever, the story of WrestleMania is told from its early beginnings through the week-long spectacular it has become, routinely drawing fans from all 50 states and around the world. This documentary feature includes new and insightful interviews from the superstars and creative forces behind the event.

You Cannot Kill David Arquette

You Cannot Kill David Arquette
7.2/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 21/08/2020
  • Character: Self (archive footage)
Following his infamous championship as part of a marketing stunt for the film Ready to Rumble, David Arquette is widely known as the most hated man in pro-wrestling worldwide. Nearly 20 years after he "won" the initial title, through ups and downs in his career, with his family, and with his struggles with addiction, David Arquette seeks redemption by returning to the ring...for real this time.

The Real Rocky

The Real Rocky
7.1/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 25/10/2011
  • Character: Himsellf (Archive Footage)
Chuck Wepner is a liquor salesman from Bayonne, N.J., who drives a Cadillac with “Champ” vanity plates. A former New Jersey State Heavyweight Boxing Champion, he took abuse from Sonny Liston, got his nose broken by Muhammad Ali, and inspired Sylvester Stallone to write “Rocky” which won three Academy Awards. Wepner was left out of the “Rocky” glory, and his career took turn after strange turn as he worked to stay in the spotlight: he went on to fight Andre the Giant as “The Assassin” and boxed a 900 pound bear. Twice.

WWE: Top 50 Superstars of All Time

WWE: Top 50 Superstars of All Time
7/10
.A countdown of the greatest superstars in WWE History. From Hulk Hogan to Randy Savage to The Rock to John Cena enjoy an experience down memory lane for long-time fans, and a new experience for new fans of WWE.

The Wrestling Queen

The Wrestling Queen
6.2/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 01/11/1973
  • Character: Himself
This hour long documentary is a must have for "old school" wrestling fans! It's loosely focused on the career of 23 year old Vivian Vachon during her first professional tour, and the wrestling legends she shares the ring with. Through interviews with wrestling superstars, the promoters, the fans, and the critics, Wrestling Queen will give you a snapshot of a rarely seen part of 70’s culture, along with a healthy dose of wrestling nostalgia!

The History of WWE: 50 Years of Sports Entertainment

The History of WWE: 50 Years of Sports Entertainment
7.5/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 18/11/2013
  • Character: Himself
The History of WWE celebrates 50 years of sports entertainment by chronicling the evolution of WWE from small, regional promotion into a worldwide phenomenon. With new interviews from several key personalities past and present, get the inside story behind each era of WWE as well as all your favourite moments and Superstars.

WWF: Best of Wrestlemania I-XIV

WWF: Best of Wrestlemania I-XIV
6.4/10
You don't want to miss this! All the highlights from the most dramatic and classic matches from the premier World Wrestling Federation event, Wrestlemania. Your Favorite Superstars give you the inside scoop from the first Wrestlemania to Wrestlemania XIV!

WWE: Born to Controversy - The Roddy Piper Story

WWE: Born to Controversy - The Roddy Piper Story
7.7/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 03/03/2006
  • Character: Himself
The Roddy Piper Story.

I Like To Hurt People

I Like To Hurt People
5.8/10
A "documentary" showcasing the Detroit professional wrestling scene of the 1970s. The story centers around a campaign to ban the Sheik.

WWE: Andre The Giant

WWE: Andre The Giant
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 25/01/2005
  • Character: Himself
Andre the Giant was a man larger than life, so large his nickname was "The Eight Wonder of the World." Lord Alfred Hayes hosts the matches that built the legend of this Hall of Famer. Matches Include: vs. Moondog Rex 8/1/81 18-Man Battle Royal with Sgt. Slaughter, Big john Studd, Jimmy Snuka, Pat Patterson, "Hollywood" Hogan, Paul Orndorff, The Iron Sheik, & Tito Santana. vs. Black Gordman & Great Goliath 1/12/76 vs. Jack Evans, Johnny Rodz, & Joe Butcher Nova vs. Gorilla Monsoon with the Grand Wizard Andre the Giant and Jimmy Snuka vs. the Wild Samoans 2/18/83 vs. the Masked Superstar 2/20/84 Andre the Giant & S.D. Jones vs. Big John Studd & Ken Patera with Bobby Heenan 12/15/84. This is the legendary haircut match. vs. Ken Patera 1/21/85 Revenge of the Giant vs. Big John Studd 3/31/85 WrestleMania - commentary by Michael Cole & Tazz.

Hollywood Hulk Hogan: Hulk Still Rules

Hollywood Hulk Hogan: Hulk Still Rules
7.3/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 20/08/2002
  • Character: Himself
Before he was the idol of millions, before he was Hulk Hogan, Terry Bollea was a fan with a dream. But even he couldn't imagine where that dream would lead. No one in sports-entertainment has had quite the ride that Hollywood Hulk Hogan has. For the past 18 years, he has been the single most recognizable person in all of the industry. And for the majority of his 25-year career, he has been on the short list of the game's elite, headlining wherever he went and creating a cultural movement called Hulkamania in the process. This is his story.

The Life and Times of Captain Lou Albano

The Life and Times of Captain Lou Albano
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 08/03/1986
  • Character: Himself
A documentary of the life a Captain Lou Albano, the WWF legend. The story is told by many of his fellow wrestlers like Andre the Giant and Hulk Hogan.

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