When & Where To Watch Zac Efron’s The Iron Claw ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Zac Efron-led sports drama The Iron Claw about the Von Erich family finally got a streaming date. The movie was released in the United States in December last year. The critics widely appreciated it, and it did pretty well in terms of its box office numbers. Now, people who missed the movie in the theatre can watch it online. Scroll below to get the deets.
About The Iron Claw-
The official synopsis of the movie states, “Tells the story of the Von Erich brothers as they make history in the highly competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.”
The Von Erich family originally belonged to Texas, and their real surname is Adkisson. The ring name Von Erich is after...
Zac Efron-led sports drama The Iron Claw about the Von Erich family finally got a streaming date. The movie was released in the United States in December last year. The critics widely appreciated it, and it did pretty well in terms of its box office numbers. Now, people who missed the movie in the theatre can watch it online. Scroll below to get the deets.
About The Iron Claw-
The official synopsis of the movie states, “Tells the story of the Von Erich brothers as they make history in the highly competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.”
The Von Erich family originally belonged to Texas, and their real surname is Adkisson. The ring name Von Erich is after...
- 4/20/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Get your tissues ready: “The Iron Claw” will be available to stream on Max on May 10.
The A24 biographical sports drama debuted in theaters on Dec. 22 and received critical acclaim. Starring Zac Efron, Sean Durkin’s latest feature is based on the Von Erich wrestling dynasty, who suffered a series of tragic deaths in the family. Efron plays Kevin Von Erich, alongside Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich and Holt McCallany as patriarch Fritz Von Erich. Lily James plays Kevin’s wife Pam Adkisson and Maura Tierney plays matriarch Doris Von Erich.
Efron famously packed on pounds of muscle to portray the professional wrestler. “That necessity to be perfect — it became an obsession,” he told Variety for his December cover story. “It was a singular focus for months. And your life goes out the window during prep.
The A24 biographical sports drama debuted in theaters on Dec. 22 and received critical acclaim. Starring Zac Efron, Sean Durkin’s latest feature is based on the Von Erich wrestling dynasty, who suffered a series of tragic deaths in the family. Efron plays Kevin Von Erich, alongside Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich and Holt McCallany as patriarch Fritz Von Erich. Lily James plays Kevin’s wife Pam Adkisson and Maura Tierney plays matriarch Doris Von Erich.
Efron famously packed on pounds of muscle to portray the professional wrestler. “That necessity to be perfect — it became an obsession,” he told Variety for his December cover story. “It was a singular focus for months. And your life goes out the window during prep.
- 4/19/2024
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
Zac Efron & Sean Durkin are interviewed for The Iron Claw. Efron plays Kevin Von Erich alongside The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Holt McCallany is Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as family matriarch Doris, and Lily James as Kevin’s wife Pam.
The film will be released on the 9th of February, 2024. Madeleine Finlay-Hudson asks the questions.
The Iron Claw Interview- Zac Efron & Sean Durkin
Plot:
Focusing on the tragic, true story of the Von Erich family – a dynasty of professional wrestlers who made history in the intensely competitive sport in the early 1980s. The brothers not only had to battle inside the ring, but also outside, they were plagued with a series of tragedies.
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The film will be released on the 9th of February, 2024. Madeleine Finlay-Hudson asks the questions.
The Iron Claw Interview- Zac Efron & Sean Durkin
Plot:
Focusing on the tragic, true story of the Von Erich family – a dynasty of professional wrestlers who made history in the intensely competitive sport in the early 1980s. The brothers not only had to battle inside the ring, but also outside, they were plagued with a series of tragedies.
The post The Iron Claw Interview- Zac Efron & Sean Durkin on the brutality & brotherhood at the heart of the film appeared first on HeyUGuys.
- 2/5/2024
- by Jon Lyus
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Long before A24 produced Sean Durkin's emotionally obliterating drama "The Iron Claw" (read our review here), the stars at the center of the story, The Von Erichs, were wrestling royalty. It's difficult to fully encompass just how huge the Von Erich Boys were, both in size/stature and popularity. These were wrestlers so famous they appeared in commercials, had their own comic book series, and were known the world over without the assistance of national television or the internet. In fact, Durkin grew up watching old VHS tapes of Von Erich matches that took place in Texas while he was living in England. This is to say that if you know where to look, there's a hell of a lot of Von Erich merch floating out there. Autographed photos, T-shirts, bandanas, trading cards, posters, magazines, replica belts, and even the World Class Wrestling Von Erich-themed board game, are ready...
- 1/18/2024
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
One funny aspect of particularly huge athletes is just how small they can make the average person look. Most people don't think of Jimmy Fallon as short, for instance, but he sure looks tiny when he's standing next to Shaquille O'Neale. Even famously big, tough guys can still look small when you place an even bigger, tougher guy next to them, such as when Vin Diesel had to stand next to Dwayne Johnson in multiple "Fast and Furious" movies. Director Justin Lin tried to use forced perspective to make them look equally matched in "Fast & Furious 6," but it didn't fool anyone.
A similar dynamic played out in the '80s between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Kerry Von Erich, the wrestler played by Jeremy Allen White in "The Iron Claw." Wrestling hall-of-famer Cody Rhodes told WWE the famously huge Schwarzenegger didn't want to take a picture with Von Erich because he knew he'd look unimpressive in comparison.
A similar dynamic played out in the '80s between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Kerry Von Erich, the wrestler played by Jeremy Allen White in "The Iron Claw." Wrestling hall-of-famer Cody Rhodes told WWE the famously huge Schwarzenegger didn't want to take a picture with Von Erich because he knew he'd look unimpressive in comparison.
- 12/24/2023
- by Michael Boyle
- Slash Film
[This story contains spoilers for The Iron Claw and A Murder at the End of the World.]
Harris Dickinson is having a December to remember.
The rising English actor has concluded 2023 with two standout roles in Sean Durkin’s The Iron Claw and Brit Marling/Zal Batmanglij’s A Murder at the End of the World. In the former, Dickinson plays professional wrestler David Von Erich, the third of Fritz Von Erich’s (Holt McCallany) six sons, and the second out of five to suffer a tragic fate. The role has a lot in common with Dickinson’s other current role as Bill “Fangs” Farrah on A Murder at the End of the World, as both characters’ deaths set their respective stories in motion.
Oddly enough, Dickinson has played the first major domino to fall on two other occasions, starting with 2021’s The King’s Man and then 2022’s Where the Crawdads Sing. Each death is central to their narrative,...
Harris Dickinson is having a December to remember.
The rising English actor has concluded 2023 with two standout roles in Sean Durkin’s The Iron Claw and Brit Marling/Zal Batmanglij’s A Murder at the End of the World. In the former, Dickinson plays professional wrestler David Von Erich, the third of Fritz Von Erich’s (Holt McCallany) six sons, and the second out of five to suffer a tragic fate. The role has a lot in common with Dickinson’s other current role as Bill “Fangs” Farrah on A Murder at the End of the World, as both characters’ deaths set their respective stories in motion.
Oddly enough, Dickinson has played the first major domino to fall on two other occasions, starting with 2021’s The King’s Man and then 2022’s Where the Crawdads Sing. Each death is central to their narrative,...
- 12/23/2023
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Stone Cold Stunner. The People's Elbow. Sweet Chin Music. The Figure Four. 619. There are some moves in the world of professional wrestling that are so well-known they can be identified by non-wrestling fans outside of the squared circle. And now, one of the most compelling submission moves in wrestling history — the Iron Claw — is the title of Sean Durkin's heartbreaking drama about the Von Erich family. During an Iron Claw, the wrestler places all five fingers over the face of their opponent and squeezes as hard as they can into the temples. It's one of the most evocative moves in a wrestler's arsenal because there's no way to "fake" it. The audience can see a bare hand over an agonized face, giving the impression that if the wrestler didn't stop ... they could crush a skull like an empty soda can.
And no one could do it like Fritz Von Erich.
And no one could do it like Fritz Von Erich.
- 12/22/2023
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
As a dyed-in-the-wool wrestling fan, Sean Durkin's "The Iron Claw" was one of my most anticipated films of 2023. Based on the real-life story of the Von Erich wrestling dynasty (real last name Adkisson), the film features Zac Efron as Kevin Von Erich, Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich (my personal favorite of the Von Erich brothers), Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, and Maura Tierney as Doris Adkisson. For wrestling fans, the Von Erich story is the stuff of infamy, a dark moment in the industry's history that weighs heavy on the hearts of multiple generations. Pulling off "The Iron Claw" would be no easy feat for those involved, but the result is one of the best films of 2023.
I attended the press conference following the film's world premiere in Dallas, Texas, and was able to...
I attended the press conference following the film's world premiere in Dallas, Texas, and was able to...
- 12/22/2023
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Plot: The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, part of a professional wrestling dynasty in the early 1980s, as they endure tragedy and triumph under the shadow of their domineering father and coach.
Review: The Iron Claw is a film that a lot of people in the movie and professional wrestling communities have been looking forward to. Especially after the episode of Dark Side of the Ring on the Von Erich “curse”, fascination with the subject has soared like a Kevin Von Erich flying crossbody. For me, too, having loved professional wrestling since I was a child, and having seen a lot of the Von Erich tragedy play out, I wondered how in the world Sean Durkin could turn this into a story that audiences could enjoy.
I’m not sure he accomplished that last bit. Don’t get me wrong; The Iron Claw is an incredible film; a harrowing,...
Review: The Iron Claw is a film that a lot of people in the movie and professional wrestling communities have been looking forward to. Especially after the episode of Dark Side of the Ring on the Von Erich “curse”, fascination with the subject has soared like a Kevin Von Erich flying crossbody. For me, too, having loved professional wrestling since I was a child, and having seen a lot of the Von Erich tragedy play out, I wondered how in the world Sean Durkin could turn this into a story that audiences could enjoy.
I’m not sure he accomplished that last bit. Don’t get me wrong; The Iron Claw is an incredible film; a harrowing,...
- 12/20/2023
- by Travis Hopson
- JoBlo.com
This review contains spoilers for "The Iron Claw."
The world of professional wrestling is filled with enough tragedy to constitute its own dedicated documentary series about it, but there has never been a story of familial annihilation quite like the Von Erichs. Often compared to the Kennedy family, the Von Erichs were/are a dynasty of wrestling superstars and the subject of unimaginable despair. Telling their story outside of a documentary setting seems an impossible task, but Sean Durkin has done the impossible with "The Iron Claw." While marketed as a biopic, "The Iron Claw" is more like a dramatic retelling of the Von Erich story — a legend retold blow by blow and presented as if it were modern folklore. And yet despite the creative liberties taken — including a glaring omission (more on that later) — "The Iron Claw" is the type of drama that makes a home in the darkest...
The world of professional wrestling is filled with enough tragedy to constitute its own dedicated documentary series about it, but there has never been a story of familial annihilation quite like the Von Erichs. Often compared to the Kennedy family, the Von Erichs were/are a dynasty of wrestling superstars and the subject of unimaginable despair. Telling their story outside of a documentary setting seems an impossible task, but Sean Durkin has done the impossible with "The Iron Claw." While marketed as a biopic, "The Iron Claw" is more like a dramatic retelling of the Von Erich story — a legend retold blow by blow and presented as if it were modern folklore. And yet despite the creative liberties taken — including a glaring omission (more on that later) — "The Iron Claw" is the type of drama that makes a home in the darkest...
- 12/12/2023
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
"Woo! Now you're flyin', boy!" A24 has revealed the official trailer for the film The Iron Claw, directed by Sean Durkin. Critics have been raving about this, set to open soon this month. The film is about the family of wrestlers, the Von Erich family, and their legacy as they popularized wrestling helping make it a big success. The film is centered around this Texas family, a dynasty of wrestlers from the 1960s onwards that had enormous success, and popularized the iron claw professional wrestling hold. However, they not only had to battle inside of the ring, but also fight the "Von Erich curse" outside of it. This stars Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson as Kevin, Kerry and David Von Erich, respectively. The film's cast also includes Maura Tierney, Holt McCallany, Stanley Simons, Brady Pierce, and Lily James, plus a few real wrestlers including Ryan Nemeth. This featurette...
- 12/6/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
This December “The Iron Claw Movie” will be released to theaters, and will spotlight one of the biggest family names in professional wrestling. The movie will follow the true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.
The movie has an all-star cast including Zac Efron as Kevin Von Erich. Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich. Real-life wrestler, Maxwell Jacob Friedman wrestles in Aew as Mjf. Mjf will star as Lance Von Erich. Lily James as Pam Adkinson. Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich. The movie was written and directed by Sean Durkin who is best known for The Nest (2020) and Mary Last Seen (2010). The film had its world premiere in Dallas,...
The movie has an all-star cast including Zac Efron as Kevin Von Erich. Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich. Real-life wrestler, Maxwell Jacob Friedman wrestles in Aew as Mjf. Mjf will star as Lance Von Erich. Lily James as Pam Adkinson. Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich. The movie was written and directed by Sean Durkin who is best known for The Nest (2020) and Mary Last Seen (2010). The film had its world premiere in Dallas,...
- 11/22/2023
- by Stephen Nepa
- Age of the Nerd
The Iron Claw made its debut last night at the Texas Theater in Dallas last night. The city was chosen to be the location of the premiere in honor of the Von Erichs, who started their professional wrestling careers in the city. Kevin Von Erich and his family had been in attendance along with the film’s stars Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson, who portrays David Von Erich, Stanley Simons, who plays Mike Von Erich, Holt McCallany, who portrays Fritz Von Erich and Maura Tierney, who stars as the matriarch, Doris Von Erich. Director Sean Durkin would also appear alongside his cast at the premiere. The Iron Claw reactions paint an intense picture of Durkin’s new film. Steel yourselves for emotions!
The movie premiered to a bevy of emotional reactions on social media. Many shared videos of the cast on stage as the film’s end credits rolled,...
The movie premiered to a bevy of emotional reactions on social media. Many shared videos of the cast on stage as the film’s end credits rolled,...
- 11/9/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
The Iron Claw trailer was recently released and was given a positive reception among wrestling and movie fans alike. Not only does the film look to have career-defining performances from stars Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White, but old-school wrestling enthusiasts feel the movie could hauntingly do the story justice. The trailer has been praised for some of the accurate details that have been paid attention to in order to recreate the true story of the wrestling family, the Von Erichs.
Much of the love and care given to the story now extends to the fans as, according to The Dallas Morning News, A24 has announced that The Iron Claw will have its world premiere in Dallas, Texas, where the Von Erichs started their professional wrestling careers. It has yet to be announced which venue the premiere is set to be held, but an A24 spokesperson says more details are on the way.
Much of the love and care given to the story now extends to the fans as, according to The Dallas Morning News, A24 has announced that The Iron Claw will have its world premiere in Dallas, Texas, where the Von Erichs started their professional wrestling careers. It has yet to be announced which venue the premiere is set to be held, but an A24 spokesperson says more details are on the way.
- 10/20/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
A24 has debuted the full trailer for the Zac Efron-led sports drama ‘The Iron Claw.’
Focusing on the tragic, true story of the Von Erich family – a dynasty of professional wrestlers who made history in the intensely competitive sport in the early 1980s.
The brothers not only had to battle inside the ring, but also outside, they were plagued with a series of tragedies.
Efron plays Kevin Von Erich alongside Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Holt McCallany is Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as family matriarch Doris, and Lily James as Kevin’s wife Pam.
From writer/director Sean Durkin, the movie also stars Jeremy Allen White, Stanley Simons.
Also in trailers – I will not give up on myself…” New trailer lands for ‘Pain Hustlers’
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Focusing on the tragic, true story of the Von Erich family – a dynasty of professional wrestlers who made history in the intensely competitive sport in the early 1980s.
The brothers not only had to battle inside the ring, but also outside, they were plagued with a series of tragedies.
Efron plays Kevin Von Erich alongside Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Holt McCallany is Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as family matriarch Doris, and Lily James as Kevin’s wife Pam.
From writer/director Sean Durkin, the movie also stars Jeremy Allen White, Stanley Simons.
Also in trailers – I will not give up on myself…” New trailer lands for ‘Pain Hustlers’
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- 10/12/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
"The Iron Claw" stars Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White as two members of one of the most famous (or infamous) wrestling families of all time: the Von Erichs. Led by their fierce father, the Von Erich brothers became mainstays of the professional wrestling world in the heyday of the 1980s, but their professional successes were marred by an enormous number of personal tragedies, leading to rumors that they were somehow cursed. In real life, their stories seem to have more mundane explanations, but whatever the cause, the tragedies were devastating nonetheless.
Content warning: The following contains mentions of drug use, eating disorders, and suicide.
The Von Erich Curse
Because of the high number of shocking tragedies and early deaths that befell the family - and the highly dramatic nature of the professional wrestling world - rumors have abounded that there is a "curse" on the Von Erichs that led to their demise.
Content warning: The following contains mentions of drug use, eating disorders, and suicide.
The Von Erich Curse
Because of the high number of shocking tragedies and early deaths that befell the family - and the highly dramatic nature of the professional wrestling world - rumors have abounded that there is a "curse" on the Von Erichs that led to their demise.
- 10/11/2023
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
A24’s trailer for the wrestling drama The Iron Claw opens with Zac Efron as Kevin Von Erich describing his family. “Ever since I was a child, people said my family was cursed. Mom tried to protect us with God. Pop tried to protect us with wrestling. He said if we were the toughest, strongest, nothing would ever hurt us. I believed it. We all did,” explains Efron as Kevin.
The Iron Claw lays out the true story of the Von Erich brothers, siblings who found success in the wrestling ring. In addition to a buffed-up Zac Efron, the cast includes Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, and Lily James as Pam.
Sean Durkin wrote the screenplay and directs.
‘The Iron Claw’ Poster (Photo Credit: A24)
The Iron Claw...
The Iron Claw lays out the true story of the Von Erich brothers, siblings who found success in the wrestling ring. In addition to a buffed-up Zac Efron, the cast includes Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, and Lily James as Pam.
Sean Durkin wrote the screenplay and directs.
‘The Iron Claw’ Poster (Photo Credit: A24)
The Iron Claw...
- 10/11/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Let the wrestling mayhem begin: A24 has released the first trailer for The Iron Claw, the true story of the Von Erichs, a family of pro wrestlers that has ruled the ring for decades, despite so many tragedies that fans have often talked of a Von Erich Curse.
A bulked up Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White star as brothers Kevin and Kerry Von Erich, two of the clan’s most popular wrestlers. The new trailer – set, forebodingly, to the tune of Blue Öyster Cult’s “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” – shows the brothers’ camaraderie in the face of wrestling opponents and their own bullying father Fritz Von Erich (Holt McCallany).
Also appearing in the film are Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris and Lily James as Kevin’s wife, Pam. The Iron Claw is written and directed by Sean Durkin...
A bulked up Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White star as brothers Kevin and Kerry Von Erich, two of the clan’s most popular wrestlers. The new trailer – set, forebodingly, to the tune of Blue Öyster Cult’s “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” – shows the brothers’ camaraderie in the face of wrestling opponents and their own bullying father Fritz Von Erich (Holt McCallany).
Also appearing in the film are Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris and Lily James as Kevin’s wife, Pam. The Iron Claw is written and directed by Sean Durkin...
- 10/11/2023
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
The tragic true story of the Von Erich wrestling family is being brought to life this winter by “Martha Marcy May Marlene” director Sean Durkin and an all-star cast in the film “The Iron Claw.”
On Wednesday, A24 released the project’s first trailer, with an emphasis on stars Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, and Harris Dickinson.
Here’s the logline, provided by the studio:
The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.
Efron stars as Kevin Von Erich, the second-oldest son of the wrestling clan. White plays Kerry Von Erich with Dickinson as David Von Erich. As noted in the synopsis, the Von Erichs were known for their wrestling...
On Wednesday, A24 released the project’s first trailer, with an emphasis on stars Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, and Harris Dickinson.
Here’s the logline, provided by the studio:
The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.
Efron stars as Kevin Von Erich, the second-oldest son of the wrestling clan. White plays Kerry Von Erich with Dickinson as David Von Erich. As noted in the synopsis, the Von Erichs were known for their wrestling...
- 10/11/2023
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
"He said, if we were the toughest, the strong, nothing would ever hurt us. I believed him. We all did..." A24 has revealed the official trailer for the film The Iron Claw, directed by Sean Durkin. This is about the family of wrestlers, the Von Erich family, and their legacy as they popularized wrestling helping make it a big success. Strangely it has skipped all the fall film festivals, but will still be opening in theaters in late December at the end of 2023. The film is centered around the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers from the 1960s onwards that had enormous success, and popularized the iron claw professional wrestling hold. However, they not only had to battle inside the ring, but also fight the "Von Erich curse" outside of it. This stars Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Harris Dickinson as Kevin, Kerry and David Von Erich, respectively. With Maura Tierney,...
- 10/11/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
For months now, we've been seeing paparazzi photos of Zac Efron looking extremely beefy with a silly haircut, and hearing reports about "The Bear" star Jeremy Allen White's "gross" diet in preparation for the new A24 film, "The Iron Claw." For outsiders looking in, "The Iron Claw" looks like a wrestling drama, and many are thrilled to see the pair of actors step into the squared circle of muscle ballet. However, the average Joe's opinion of wrestling is rooted in the heyday of Hulkamania, the Attitude Era of the late '90s, or through crossover stars who have since become actors. Here's the thing: It's really cool that Allen and Efron are going to be in a wrestling movie, but if you're anticipating something like the extremely fun "Fighting With My Family" starring Florence Pugh or the deeply moving biopic "Cassandro" starring Gael García Bernal ... you're in for a hell of a rude awakening.
- 10/11/2023
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White are putting their bodies on full display for “The Iron Claw.” The “High School Musical” icon and “The Bear” breakout star play brothers Kevin and Kerry Von Erich, Aka the Texas Tornado. “Triangle of Sadness” actor Harris Dickinson portrays David Von Erich, with “Mindhunter” star Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Emmy nominee Maura Tierney as matriarch Doris, and Lily James as Kevin’s wife Pam. Stanley Simons also stars as younger brother Mike Von Erich.
“The Iron Claw” tells the story of the Von Erich family, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early ’80s. Through tragedy and triumph, and under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers sought larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports. The A24 biopic, written and directed by “Martha Marcy May Marlene” filmmaker Sean Durkin, is a holiday release set for December.
“The Iron Claw” tells the story of the Von Erich family, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early ’80s. Through tragedy and triumph, and under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers sought larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports. The A24 biopic, written and directed by “Martha Marcy May Marlene” filmmaker Sean Durkin, is a holiday release set for December.
- 10/11/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
A24’s upcoming pro wrestling sports drama “The Iron Claw” was approved for the SAG-AFTRA interim agreement, clearing the way for the cast to promote the film ahead of its Christmas wide release in the U.S, according to an insider with knowledge of the project.
Based on a true story, “The Iron Claw” follows the rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day.
The film stars Efron as Kevin Von Erich, Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris and Lily James as Pam.
“The Iron Claw” is written and directed by critically acclaimed filmmaker Sean Durkin, best known for his 2011 Sundance breakout “Martha Marcy May Marlene.”
Producers are Tessa Ross,...
Based on a true story, “The Iron Claw” follows the rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day.
The film stars Efron as Kevin Von Erich, Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich, Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris and Lily James as Pam.
“The Iron Claw” is written and directed by critically acclaimed filmmaker Sean Durkin, best known for his 2011 Sundance breakout “Martha Marcy May Marlene.”
Producers are Tessa Ross,...
- 9/21/2023
- by Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
Sean Durkin’s wrestling drama, The Iron Claw, is the latest in a string of upcoming A24 theatrical releases to get cleared for a SAG-AFTRA interim agreement.
The movie, which opens ahead of Christmas, on Dec. 22, will be allowed to have its cast promote the feature not only for its big screen release, but for awards season as well.
A24 financed and produced the film with co-financing by Access Entertainment and BBC Films.
Based on the true story of the Von Erichs, the film follows the rise and fall of the family dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day. Harris Dickinson stars as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris and Lily James as Kevin’s wife,...
The movie, which opens ahead of Christmas, on Dec. 22, will be allowed to have its cast promote the feature not only for its big screen release, but for awards season as well.
A24 financed and produced the film with co-financing by Access Entertainment and BBC Films.
Based on the true story of the Von Erichs, the film follows the rise and fall of the family dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day. Harris Dickinson stars as David Von Erich, Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as Doris and Lily James as Kevin’s wife,...
- 9/21/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
A new glimpse at Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White as the legendary Von Erich brothers in the upcoming film, “The Iron Claw”, has dropped.
Tweeted out by film studio A24’s official account, the pic shows Efron, 35, and White, 32, rocking shaggy, mullet-esque hair while posing with their fellow co-stars and Von Erich brothers, Harris Dickinson and Holt McCallany, in the character’s native Denton, Texas.
Read More: Zac Efron Reaches New Heights In First Official Wrestling Photo From ‘The Iron Claw’
Brothers. Wrestlers. Legends. Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White and Harris Dickinson star as the Von Erichs in Sean Durkin’s The Iron Claw. In theaters everywhere this Christmas. pic.twitter.com/rVcWxYEOQ0
— A24 (@A24) July 27, 2023
The film, set for a Christmas release, depicts the iconic story of one of pro wrestling’s most iconic trailblazers: the Von Erich dynasty.
Set in the 1960s, the six Von Erich brothers,...
Tweeted out by film studio A24’s official account, the pic shows Efron, 35, and White, 32, rocking shaggy, mullet-esque hair while posing with their fellow co-stars and Von Erich brothers, Harris Dickinson and Holt McCallany, in the character’s native Denton, Texas.
Read More: Zac Efron Reaches New Heights In First Official Wrestling Photo From ‘The Iron Claw’
Brothers. Wrestlers. Legends. Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White and Harris Dickinson star as the Von Erichs in Sean Durkin’s The Iron Claw. In theaters everywhere this Christmas. pic.twitter.com/rVcWxYEOQ0
— A24 (@A24) July 27, 2023
The film, set for a Christmas release, depicts the iconic story of one of pro wrestling’s most iconic trailblazers: the Von Erich dynasty.
Set in the 1960s, the six Von Erich brothers,...
- 7/27/2023
- by Emerson Pearson
- ET Canada
The status of films releasing later this year may be subject to change with the whole internal issues that Hollywood is having; however, some of the smaller titles are seemingly safer than others. One of the films that is aiming for a December release date is A24’s The Iron Claw. The film, which stars Zac Efron and The Bear‘s Jeremy Allen White, is a biopic based on the story of the wrestling family that became legends in the world of sports entertainment, the Von Erichs. The Iron Claw‘s release schedule is slated around bigger movies, such as Illumination’s animated film, Migration, as well as the higher-profile Warner Bros films Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom and The Color Purple, provided they aren’t delayed like rumors may suggest.
So far, the film is in post-production, which means it is not expected to premiere during the film festival circuit.
So far, the film is in post-production, which means it is not expected to premiere during the film festival circuit.
- 7/27/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
A24’s “The Iron Claw” is body-slamming its way into Christmas.
Directed and written by Sean Durkin featuring the trio of lead actors as the brothers. Efron shared a viral still earlier this year of his character in the boxing ring in full, tight-fitting wrestling get-up. Jeremy Allen White, meanwhile, has spoken about the “gross diet” he endured to put on 40 pounds of muscle for the role.
“[I was] eating all the time. Like, never stopping,” the “Bear” star, who plays the wrestler known as the Texas Tornado in “The Iron Claw,” told Esquire. “In the morning, I would have waffles, almond butter. In the middle of the day, I was eating turkey patties and avocado all the time. It’s really just gross. You’re trying to consume as much as you possibly can, and, to be honest, you don’t feel great. I was training as well, but, I don’t know,...
Directed and written by Sean Durkin featuring the trio of lead actors as the brothers. Efron shared a viral still earlier this year of his character in the boxing ring in full, tight-fitting wrestling get-up. Jeremy Allen White, meanwhile, has spoken about the “gross diet” he endured to put on 40 pounds of muscle for the role.
“[I was] eating all the time. Like, never stopping,” the “Bear” star, who plays the wrestler known as the Texas Tornado in “The Iron Claw,” told Esquire. “In the morning, I would have waffles, almond butter. In the middle of the day, I was eating turkey patties and avocado all the time. It’s really just gross. You’re trying to consume as much as you possibly can, and, to be honest, you don’t feel great. I was training as well, but, I don’t know,...
- 7/27/2023
- by Ryan Lattanzio
- Indiewire
A24 will release “The Iron Claw,” a sports drama starring Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White, in theaters around Christmas.
The film will debut nationwide on Dec. 22, sharing a release date with a very different kind of family film, Universal and Illumination’s animated comedy “Migration.” Jason Momoa’s superhero sequel “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” (Dec. 20) is expected to hit the big screen a few days prior, while the glitzy musical adaptation of “The Color Purple” (Dec. 25) is slated to arrive a little later.
Despite its prime awards season release, “The Iron Claw” is currently in post-production and isn’t expected to make the rounds at film festivals.
Sean Durkin (“Martha Marcy May Marlene”) wrote and directed “The Iron Claw,” which tells the tragic, true story of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of professional wrestlers who made history in the intensely competitive sport in the early 1980s. The...
The film will debut nationwide on Dec. 22, sharing a release date with a very different kind of family film, Universal and Illumination’s animated comedy “Migration.” Jason Momoa’s superhero sequel “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” (Dec. 20) is expected to hit the big screen a few days prior, while the glitzy musical adaptation of “The Color Purple” (Dec. 25) is slated to arrive a little later.
Despite its prime awards season release, “The Iron Claw” is currently in post-production and isn’t expected to make the rounds at film festivals.
Sean Durkin (“Martha Marcy May Marlene”) wrote and directed “The Iron Claw,” which tells the tragic, true story of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of professional wrestlers who made history in the intensely competitive sport in the early 1980s. The...
- 7/27/2023
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Zac Efron is reminding “The Bear” breakout Jeremy Allen White to “stay hard.”
Efron and White are set to play WWE champion brothers in the upcoming A24 wrestling film “The Iron Claw.” Efron transforms into WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Von Erich, one of six brothers in a wrestling family. White will play Kerry Von Erich, aka the Texas Tornado.
After White signed on to the film, Efron sent him a “really lovely note,” which read: “Get training, eat, keep doing what you’re doing, stay hard,” as White recalled to GQ.
The “Shameless” actor is attempting to put on 40 pounds of muscle to play the Texas Tornado, while Efron shared a first-look photo of himself beefed up as Kevin Von Erich.
“First Look at my latest project ‘Iron Claw’!” Efron captioned on Instagram. “Can’t wait to show you more…let’s go.”
The cast is rounded out by...
Efron and White are set to play WWE champion brothers in the upcoming A24 wrestling film “The Iron Claw.” Efron transforms into WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Von Erich, one of six brothers in a wrestling family. White will play Kerry Von Erich, aka the Texas Tornado.
After White signed on to the film, Efron sent him a “really lovely note,” which read: “Get training, eat, keep doing what you’re doing, stay hard,” as White recalled to GQ.
The “Shameless” actor is attempting to put on 40 pounds of muscle to play the Texas Tornado, while Efron shared a first-look photo of himself beefed up as Kevin Von Erich.
“First Look at my latest project ‘Iron Claw’!” Efron captioned on Instagram. “Can’t wait to show you more…let’s go.”
The cast is rounded out by...
- 11/30/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Aaron Dean Eisenberg is getting pumped for his part in Sean Durkin’s upcoming wrestling drama, The Iron Claw. Eisenberg will play the legendary wrestler Ric Flair in the forthcoming film, a loud personality of the squared circle whose signature move is the Inside Heel Hook. The Iron Claw stars a jacked-up Zac Efron, Harris Dickinson, Holt McCallany, Jeremy Allen White, and Maura Tierney. Durkin wrote and is directing the wrestling drama for A24.
The Iron Claw is a biopic about a family dynasty of wrestlers, the Von Erichs, which include Efron as Kevin, The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White as Kerry, and The King’s Man star Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich. Sadly, the Von Erich family legacy is shrouded in misfortune, as several members of the group died by suicide or other tragic means. The Von Erich family history is so sketchy that some believe they’re cursed.
The Iron Claw is a biopic about a family dynasty of wrestlers, the Von Erichs, which include Efron as Kevin, The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White as Kerry, and The King’s Man star Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich. Sadly, the Von Erich family legacy is shrouded in misfortune, as several members of the group died by suicide or other tragic means. The Von Erich family history is so sketchy that some believe they’re cursed.
- 11/22/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Days after paparazzi pictures of Zac Efron on the set of The Iron Claw revealed the new bulked-up physique of the actor, a new still from the movie gives us a first look at Efron in action as Kevin Von Erich, also known as the Golden Warrior. The Iron Claw is a biopic about a family dynasty of wrestlers, the Von Erichs, which include Efron as Kevin, The Bear‘s Jeremy Allen White as Kerry, and The King’s Man star Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich.
The pic, posted by Zac Efron himself on Instagram, shows the star with his long locks and new muscular build, delivering a flying kick to an opponent as he sports Von Erich’s signature barefoot wrestling attire. In addition, there is casting news with Deadline revealing that professional wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman is now joining the cast, which will help add more authenticity. Friedman...
The pic, posted by Zac Efron himself on Instagram, shows the star with his long locks and new muscular build, delivering a flying kick to an opponent as he sports Von Erich’s signature barefoot wrestling attire. In addition, there is casting news with Deadline revealing that professional wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman is now joining the cast, which will help add more authenticity. Friedman...
- 11/9/2022
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Zac Efron has pushed his body to the limit once again.
After breaking the Internet with his “Baywatch” transformation, the “High School Musical” alum is in fighting shape for A24’s wrestling biopic “The Iron Claw.” Efron stars as WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Von Erich, one of six brothers in a wrestling family.
“First Look at my latest project ‘Iron Claw’!” Efron captioned on Instagram. “Can’t wait to show you more…let’s go.”
“The Bear” breakout Jeremy Allen White co-stars as Efron’s onscreen brother, fellow wrestler Kerry Von Erich aka the Texas Tornado. Harris Dickinson (“Where the Crawdads Sing”) plays David Von Erich, with Holt McCallany (“Mindhunter”) as patriarch Fritz Von Erich.
Lily James and Maura Tierney also star.
Per an official synopsis, “The Iron Claw” charts the rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on...
After breaking the Internet with his “Baywatch” transformation, the “High School Musical” alum is in fighting shape for A24’s wrestling biopic “The Iron Claw.” Efron stars as WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Von Erich, one of six brothers in a wrestling family.
“First Look at my latest project ‘Iron Claw’!” Efron captioned on Instagram. “Can’t wait to show you more…let’s go.”
“The Bear” breakout Jeremy Allen White co-stars as Efron’s onscreen brother, fellow wrestler Kerry Von Erich aka the Texas Tornado. Harris Dickinson (“Where the Crawdads Sing”) plays David Von Erich, with Holt McCallany (“Mindhunter”) as patriarch Fritz Von Erich.
Lily James and Maura Tierney also star.
Per an official synopsis, “The Iron Claw” charts the rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on...
- 11/7/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
The first look at A24’s upcoming wrestling drama “The Iron Claw” has been revealed, showcasing Zac Efron’s bulked-up physique as the Golden Warrior, aka Kevin Von Erich. “The Iron Claw” is a biographical film about the wrestling dynasty that was the Von Erich family, and co-stars “The Bear” leading man Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich and “Beach Rats” actor Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich.
In the first look, Efron’s muscular build is highlighted as he is seen mid-air, stunning his opponent with a striking kick move. Efron recently attracted social media attention when on-set photos revealed his bowl-cut hairdo, matching the style and era of the real Von Erich. Though Von Erich isn’t involved much with the upcoming film, he recently gave some high praise to Efron through TMZ, telling them: “I didn’t ever look that good. He looked great though, he must be working really hard.
In the first look, Efron’s muscular build is highlighted as he is seen mid-air, stunning his opponent with a striking kick move. Efron recently attracted social media attention when on-set photos revealed his bowl-cut hairdo, matching the style and era of the real Von Erich. Though Von Erich isn’t involved much with the upcoming film, he recently gave some high praise to Efron through TMZ, telling them: “I didn’t ever look that good. He looked great though, he must be working really hard.
- 11/7/2022
- by EJ Panaligan
- Variety Film + TV
Jeremy Allen White has recently made a name for himself with the brand new hit series on FX, The Bear. The breakout star is now was first brought to the audiences’ attention on the series finale of the Showtime original, Shameless. The Bear was such a surprise hit that it not only earned White critical praise and is expected to put him up for an Emmy nomination come next awards season, but the show has already been renewed for a second year.
As The Bear takes its break before filming of the next season starts, White has looked to secure his first big film project since the show put him on the map. Deadline reports that the movie he’s been tapped to star in is The Iron Claw, which he will also be co-starring in with Zac Efron and Harris Dickinson. The Iron Claw tells the story of the...
As The Bear takes its break before filming of the next season starts, White has looked to secure his first big film project since the show put him on the map. Deadline reports that the movie he’s been tapped to star in is The Iron Claw, which he will also be co-starring in with Zac Efron and Harris Dickinson. The Iron Claw tells the story of the...
- 9/16/2022
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
For those who might have noticed on the Triangle of Sadness press day in Cannes this past May, one of the players in Ruben Ostlund’s Palme d’Or winner was sporting a distinctive coiffe. We believe that Harris Dickinson might have already been in hair follicle prep mode for his next outing. Deadline reports that the next wrestler to join Sean Durkin’s The Iron Claw will be the British actor. Dickinson, has been stringing together some roles in indie projects such as Eliza Hittman’s Beach Rats and Joanna Hogg’s The Souvenir: Part II, will play David Von Erich, who was a younger brother (not by much) to Kevin Von Erich – Zac Efron.…...
- 8/23/2022
- by Eric Lavallée
- IONCINEMA.com
Exclusive: Sean Durkin’s new pic revolving around the Von Erichs wrestling family is gaining steam. Sources tell Deadline that Where the Crawdads Sing star Harris Dickinson is set to play David Von Erich in The Iron Claw, in which Zac Efron is already is set to star as Kevin Von Erich.
A24 and Access Entertainment is co-financing the pic, which Durkin is writing and directing. Producing alongside A24 are Tessa Ross, Derrin Schlesinger and Harrison Huffman. The film was developed by House Productions with the support of Access Industries and BBC Films.
Based on the true story of the Von Erichs, the film follows the rise and fall of the family dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day.
Dickinson’s star has been on the rise ever since his breakout role in FX’s limited series Trust, where...
A24 and Access Entertainment is co-financing the pic, which Durkin is writing and directing. Producing alongside A24 are Tessa Ross, Derrin Schlesinger and Harrison Huffman. The film was developed by House Productions with the support of Access Industries and BBC Films.
Based on the true story of the Von Erichs, the film follows the rise and fall of the family dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day.
Dickinson’s star has been on the rise ever since his breakout role in FX’s limited series Trust, where...
- 8/22/2022
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
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