This list highlights movies featuring professional wrestlers that are currently in theaters or at various stages of production. From Hollywood veterans like Dwayne Johnson and John Cena to current WWE and AEW stars breaking into acting, wrestling talent continues to shine on the big screen.
With a growing number of WWE wrestlers signing with Paradigm Talent Agency for representation, this list is sure to expand in the future. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
Dwayne Johnson – Red One
- Status: In theaters
- Release Date: November 15, 2024
- Notes: The film features Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Callum Drift, North Pole security head, teaming up with Chris Evans’ character to save a kidnapped Santa Claus. Directed by Jake Kasdan.
Nathan Jones – Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
- Status: In theaters
- Release Date: May 23, 2024
- Notes: Nathan Jones reprises his role as Rictus Erectus. Directed by George Miller, this movie acts as both a spin-off prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road and an origin story for Furiosa, portrayed by Anya Taylor-Joy.
Dave Bautista – The Killer’s Game
- Status: Post-production
- Release Date: September 13, 2024
- Notes: Starring Dave Bautista as Joe Flood, the storyline revolves around a hitman diagnosed with a terminal illness. Co-stars include Sofia Boutella, Terry Crews, Pom Klementieff, and Ben Kingsley.
Drew McIntyre – The Killer’s Game
- Status: Pre-production
- Release Date: September 13, 2024
- Notes: Drew McIntyre plays Rory Mackenzie in this film, which also stars Dave Bautista. Directed by J.J. Perry, the storyline follows a hitman, Joe Flood, who learns of a misdiagnosed terminal illness and takes a hit out on himself.
Dwayne Johnson – The Smashing Machine
- Status: Post-production
- Release Date: December 2024
- Notes: A biographical drama about MMA fighter Mark Kerr, co-starring Emily Blunt. The film wrapped filming in July 2024.
Roman Reigns – Good Fortune
- Status: In development
- Release Date: December 2024
- Notes: A heist comedy directed by Aziz Ansari. The cast includes Keanu Reeves, Keke Palmer, and Seth Rogen. The storyline follows Reeves’ character, a guardian angel, who takes on odd jobs for a rich man played by Rogen.
Dave Bautista – The Last Showgirl
- Status: Post-production
- Release Date: January 10, 2025
- Notes: Directed by Gia Coppola, this drama stars Pamela Anderson as Shelley, a seasoned Las Vegas showgirl facing a pivotal moment in her life. After her long-running show, Razzle Dazzle, ends its 30-year streak on the Strip, Shelley must navigate an uncertain future. WWE alum Dave Bautista co-stars, and the film explores themes of reinvention and resilience. Distributed by Roadside Attractions.
Chris Jericho – Dark Match
- Status: Post-production
- Release Date: January 31, 2025
- Notes: Directed by Lowell Dean, this movie features a cast including Sarah Canning, Michael Eklund, and Steven Ogg. It follows a small-time wrestling company that encounters a dangerous cult in a backwoods town. Jericho is also an executive producer.
MJF – Happy Gilmore 2
- Status: Post-production
- Release Date: March 1, 2025
- Notes: MJF plays one of Adam Sandler’s sons in Happy Gilmore 2, which also stars Julie Bowen and Christopher McDonald. MJF is also involved in another project titled Stranglehold.
John Cena – Matchbox
- Status: In development
- Release Date: TBD
- Notes: Produced by Skydance and Mattel Films, known for the successful Barbie movie. Details about co-stars and the storyline are not available yet.
Charlotte Flair – You Lose You Die
- Status: Pre-production
- Release Date: TBD
- Notes: A horror/thriller where Charlotte plays Ms. Perfect, a sociopathic tech expert running a dark web show.
Kurt Angle – Biopic about Kurt Angle
- Status: In development
- Release Date: TBD
- Notes: Directed by Ian and Eshom Nelms, this film focuses on Kurt Angle’s life, including his Olympic achievements and wrestling career. It is described as having a “Rocky”-style inspiration and is expected to start filming in 2024.
