The Sheik (2014)

Name: The Sheik
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2014-04-26
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 7.4
Cast: Khosrow Vaziri, Jim Ross, Hulk Hogan, Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black

The Sheik (2014), directed by Igal Hecht, starring Khosrow Vaziri and Jim Ross.

04/26/2014 BR Documentary 1h 35m

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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.

Igal HechtDirector
Jian MagenProducer

The Sheik Collection

The other films in the franchise, in release order. 2 films — TMDb has not added this title to the collection yet.

Trivia

It premiered on April 26, 2014, a Saturday.
It runs 1h35 — a typical feature length.
This film's quiz has 8 questions — enough to play more than once without repeats.

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StudiosMagen Boys Entertainment
CountriesCanada
LanguagesEnglish
StatusReleased

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Igal Hecht Director
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What is The Sheik about?

The Sheik: 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…

Who directed The Sheik?

The Sheik was directed by Igal Hecht in 2014.

Who stars in The Sheik?

The cast of The Sheik includes Khosrow Vaziri, Jim Ross, Hulk Hogan, Dwayne Johnson and Jack Black.

How long is The Sheik?

The Sheik runs for 95 minutes, or 1h35.

What is the correct order of the The Sheik Collection films?

The The Sheik Collection franchise has 2 films in the catalogue. In release order: O sheik; O Filho do Sheik.