WrestleMania (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 6.6

WrestleMania poster

Released in 1985, WrestleMania is an action and drama film, running about 114 minutes. “The greatest wrestling event of all time!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The first annual WrestleMania professional wrestling pay-per-view event taking place on March 31, 1985, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The show featured nine professional wrestling matches with the main event match pitting Hulk Hogan and Mr. T against Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff.

Who’s in it. WrestleMania stars Hulk Hogan as Hulk Hogan, Mr. T as Self, Roddy Piper as "Rowdy" Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff as "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, WrestleMania has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch WrestleMania page.

If you liked it. Fans of WrestleMania tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch WrestleMania (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for WrestleMania change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is WrestleMania worth watching?
WrestleMania holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in WrestleMania?
WrestleMania stars Hulk Hogan, Mr. T, Roddy Piper, Paul Orndorff and Chris Pallies.
When was WrestleMania released?
WrestleMania was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.