The Secret World of Professional Wrestling

The Secret World of Professional Wrestling

The Secret World of Professional Wrestling

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The Secret World of Professional Wrestling

1998

0h 48m

7.0(2 votes)

Documentary

Overview

Documentary covering both the major players in American pro wrestling (WWF and WCW) as well as independent leagues and wrestlers.

Links & Resources

Social & External

Production Companies

TLC

Cast & Crew

6 members

Acting

Vandal Drummond

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Dan Farren

Self

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Phil Lander

Self

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Johnny Legend

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Production

Vince McMahon

Self

Vince McMahon

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Thom Pinto

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