Pro wrestling star Hulk Hogan portrays Rip Thomas, pro wrestling star, in this comic-book-style "drama." Brell (Kurt Fuller), the slimy boss of the World Television Network, wants Rip to wrestle on his station to boost ratings. But Rip is bound by word and contract to fulfill his
obligation to a rival network. Still, those visions of ad dollars and ratings points just won't let Brell rest. When the WTN chief visits a filthy, rough local bar where patrons can indulge in drunken brawls in an actual ring set up for the purpose, Brell gets the idea for a hit TV show, "The
Battle of the Tough Guys," in which challengers fight the current champ for fame (and lots of mone...
Released:
1989
Rated:
PG-13
Length:
93 mins