2002 was a strange period for WWE. The federation was in a transitional phase, shifting from the Attitude Era to the Ruthless Aggression Era. It was also the year the company officially changed its name from WWF to WWE. Not everything made sense at the time, but one thing WWE did get right was the creation of WWE Films (later changed to WWE Studios). The film studio was a natural extension of its entertainment business, giving wrestlers like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and John Cena a platform to break into Hollywood while also producing films that helped attract new fans to the world of wrestling.
WWE Studios has collaborated with major studios, such as Universal Pictures, 20th Century Fox, Samuel Goldwyn Films, Sony Pictures Animation, and Warner Bros., to produce a wider range of films and has released over 59 films to date. That’s a lot of movies to wrestle with. So, if you’re interested in watching the best of the best, here are the top 10 WWE movies that slam the rest and take home the title for us.
10. The Scorpion King (2002)
Co-produced by WWF Entertainment (now WWE Studios) and Universal Pictures, The Scorpion King is special for two reasons. It was the studio’s first film, and it marked Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s transition from WWE wrestler to Hollywood superstar. A prequel to The Mummy franchise, the movie stars The Rock as Mathayus, a fierce warrior hired as an assassin to eliminate a powerful sorcerer. When he discovers that the sorcerer is a woman, he chooses to protect her instead and turns on the man who hired him, setting him on the path to becoming the Scorpion King.
9. See No Evil (2006)
Kane has had quite a career trajectory, from being one of the most feared WWE fighters to becoming the respected mayor of Knox County. But before entering politics, he stepped into the world of acting with WWE Studios’ iconic horror film See No Evil. Kane stars as Jacob Goodnight, a brutal and psychologically tormented killer who hunts down a group of delinquents sent to restore an abandoned hotel as part of their community service, killing them one by one with his meat hook and chain. This movie marked WWE’s first foray into horror, and Kane, with his masked wrestler persona, fit perfectly into the role of an unstoppable slasher villain.
8. Countdown (2016)
This fast-paced, race-against-the-clock action thriller stars WWE Superstar Dolph Ziggler as Ray Thompson, a narcotics officer haunted by the tragic death of his son. When a disturbed man kidnaps a young boy and straps him with explosives, threatening to detonate them unless a ransom is paid, Ray defies direct orders and launches into a desperate mission to save the child. Unfolding in real time, Countdown sees Ray battling criminals and piecing together a trail of clues, all while the clock ticks down. His pursuit even leads him to crash a live WWE event, complete with some fun cameos for longtime wrestling fans.
7. The Marine (2006)
The Marine series is one of WWE’s longest running, and most recognisable movie franchises. The franchise kicked off in 2006, with The Marine, an action-packed movie starring John Cena as a marine who returns home to find his wife kidnapped by a gang of diamond thieves. Armed with his combat skills and unshakable resolve, Triton jumps headfirst into a brutal rescue mission packed with explosions, intense chases, and thrilling fight scenes. The movie also served as a launchpad for John Cena’s career as a mainstream film star.
6. The Jetsons & WWE: Robo-WrestleMania (2017)
In a nostalgic revival, WWE Studios brought back the beloved retro-futuristic cartoon The Jetsons in this animated crossover that blends classic sci-fi charm with over the top wrestling. The movie kicks off with wrestler Big Show freezing over after a wrestling match and waking up over 100 years later in Orbit City. Determined to take over the world, Big Show tries to assemble an army of robots to control the world of wrestling. Panicked about the future of his world, George Jetson travels back in time and enlists the help of WWE Superstars Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Alicia Fox, Sheamus, and the Uso brothers to stop Big Show’s evil plans. The Jetsons & WWE: Robo-WrestleMania is a lighthearted and fun watch that perfectly blends classic Hanna Barbera animation with WWE theatrics.
5. The Flintstones & WWE: Stone Age Smackdown! (2015)
The Flintstones & WWE: Stone Age Smackdown! is a direct-to-video animated crossover between Hanna Barbera and WWE Studios. The movie follows Fred Flintstone as he loses his family’s vacation savings, and decides to open a boxing ring in Bedrock to recover his money. The movie is filled with themed characters that pay homage to real-life WWE wrestlers, like John Cenastone (John Cena), Daniel Bryrock (Daniel Bryan), The Undertaker, CM Punkrock, and The Boulder Twins (Brie and Nikki Bella). It’s a fun, lighthearted, family-friendly romp perfect for introducing young audiences to the world of wrestling.
4. 12 Rounds (2009)
John Cena and WWE Studios have had a long-standing and successful creative partnership. 12 Rounds marks the second collaboration between Cena and the studio, following his debut in The Marine. In the film, Cena plays Danny Fisher, a detective forced to complete twelve deadly, timed challenges to rescue his abducted girlfriend from a vengeful arms dealer. It’s a full-throttle WWE Studios production, packed with high-octane, wrestler-led action, stunt-heavy thrills, and fast-paced chases. If you’re after a no-frills action movie with a charismatic lead, this one ticks all the boxes.
3. Rumble (2021)
A solid pick for younger audiences, Rumble is a vibrant and imaginative animated sports comedy about two underdogs who want to win in the world of wrestling. Winnie, the teenage daughter of a legendary wrestling coach, hopes to one day become a professional wrestling coach herself. She gets her chance when she discovers an out-of-shape monster who also happens to be the son of one of the greatest monster wrestlers in history. Together, this unlikely duo use a combination of dance and wrestling to train for the big leagues and take on the reigning champion.
2. The Main Event (2020)
If you’re looking for a fun, kid-oriented wrestling movie to introduce your children to the world of wrestling, look no further than The Main Event. The film follows Leo Thompson, an 11-year-old superfan who has always dreamt of becoming a WWE wrestler. His dreams take an unexpected turn when he accidentally stumbles upon an old wrestling mask with supernatural powers, granting the wearer superhuman strength and agility. Equipped with his new abilities, he adopts the name Kid Chaos and enters a WWE competition called The Main Event, where he faces off against some of the biggest and baddest WWE wrestlers. It’s a fun, lighthearted coming-of-age wrestling movie that ticks all the boxes for a perfect family watch. The movie also marks the first collaboration between WWE Studios and Netflix.
1. Fighting with My Family (2019)
Inspired by the story of the Bevis family, a real-life wrestling family, Fighting with My Family isn’t just a great WWE film. It’s a well-rounded crowd-pleaser that blends wrestling with heart, humour, and a compelling underdog story. The movie follows Paige and her brother Zak as they grow up in a tight-knit wrestling household, training with hopes of one day becoming WWE superstars. When only Paige is selected to move forward, we witness the struggles that rising WWE wrestlers face on their journey to the top. Florence Pugh delivers a breakout performance as the resilient Paige, and the film also features appearances by WWE legends including The Rock, Sheamus, Big Show, and John Cena.
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