The Sheik

Synopsis

When Khosrow Vaziri became the World Wrestling Federations Iron Sheik and camel-clutched his way to fame in the 1980s, he achieved the American Dream by personifying a foreign villain. Losing his world championship belt to Hulk Hogan became a defining moment in professional wrestling. These days, the Sheiks smackdowns are on Twitter, where hes gained a new following. Once an Olympic hopeful, bodyguard to Irans Shah and pop culture icon, we witness Vaziri struggling with addiction and despair as a family man. But with the help of Torontos Magen brothers, the Sheik begins a road to redemption and renewed status as a public figure. Showcasing his powerful past and at times painful present, this is an insightful look at one of wrestlings biggest stars, but also a powerful story of personal sacrifice that, in the Sheiks own words, will make you humble.

Main Cast

Khosrow Vaziri

Himself/The Iron Sheik

Age : 82 | Popularity : 4%

Jim Ross

Himself

Age : 72 | Popularity : 3%

Hulk Hogan

Himself

Age : 70 | Popularity : 12%

Dwayne Johnson

Himself

Age : 51 | Popularity : 100%

Jack Black

Age : 54 | Popularity : 41%

Jim Duggan

Age : 70 | Popularity : 3%

Mick Foley

Age : 54 | Popularity : 14%

Bret Hart

Age : 66 | Popularity : 7%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Igal Hecht
Production	Producer	Jian Magen
Department	Role	Name

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