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Professional wrestlers John Cena, Dave Bautista, Dwayne Johnson, and Kevin Nash have all achieved success as actors. Over the years, they have worked on a number of significant motion picture and television projects, which have allowed them to establish legitimate careers outside of wrestling.
They are not the only wrestlers, though, who have appeared in motion pictures over the years. Several other wrestlers have tried their hand at acting, whether it be for minor parts or big ones. Many of these appearances are undoubtedly enjoyable, but others may have been forgotten.
We thought, how about we brush your memory a bit and remind you of some wrestlers who’ve starred in movies.
5 WWE Wrestlers Who Acted In Movies
We assume you are a fan of movies and wrestling, so how about a classic combination of both? We have created a list of movies that cast WWE wrestlers in minor cameos and impactful roles. Here are 5 WWE wrestlers who acted in movies.
5. Tyler Mane’s Character in The World Of X-Men
Release Date: August 18, 2000
IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 82%
When the first X-Men film came out, it was a big hit and launched a huge superhero series that is still going strong even today. The film was produced to a high standard and contributed to the genuine surge in interest in this genre, which has only increased since then.
A lot of people forget that Tyler Mane played Sabretooth in this one because he didn’t have a significant wrestling career of his own. Since he isn’t the person that most people associate with this part, it didn’t help that he was replaced for subsequent films in the franchise.
4. CJ Perry’s Performance in Pitch Perfect 2
Release Date: May 15, 2015
IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 63%
The Pitch Perfect franchise is undoubtedly well-liked and has served as a platform for showcasing CJ Perry’s acting abilities in the sequel. Despite playing a very small part, she was part of the stellar cast. Many people glanced over that specific appearance because it occurred before her WWE days.
But throughout the film, she was given more responsibility and returned for the sequel. For Perry, it was a huge chance, even though it might not be the kind of action movie that many wrestlers move into.
3. Kurt Angle with The Rock In Pain & Gain
Release Date: April 26, 2013
IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 50%
The majority of fans believed Kurt Angle would be a perfect fit for acting because he always had a natural talent for entertaining people. He hasn’t been in many big-budget films, so even though he still has time for it, many have forgotten about his part in Pain & Gain.
The Rock is the lead actor in this; thus, all the emphasis about a wrestling link goes to him, which is one of the main reasons Angle is ignored. But in a battle sequence in this film, the two bring back memories of their time in the WWE.
2. Steve Austin Was A Bully In Grown Ups 2
Release Date: July 12, 2013
IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 70%
Steve Austin tried his luck in the acting industry when he hung up his boots, but he has never completely committed to it in the same manner as his competitor, The Rock. Because of this, many people are unaware of the other films in which he has appeared, such as Grown Ups 2.
Austin’s straight-faced mannerisms demonstrated his comic skills in this one. Although he showed some improvement, he was still a bully from high school, and Austin did a good job playing the part.
1. Candice Michelle Danced In Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
Release Date: June 18, 2004
IMDb Rating: 6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 71%
The hilarious comedy film Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story is about the sport and has many humorous moments. Both critics and audiences responded favorably to this, which was a huge box office success.
Candice Michelle also made a brief appearance, so fans of professional wrestling could have recognized her. The former WWE Diva appears in the film, but it’s a minor part as one of the dancers.