Name: No Holds Barred
Director: Thomas J. Wright
Genre: Action, Drama
Released: 1989-01-01
Duration: 93 min
Rating: 4.7
Cast: Hulk Hogan, Tommy Lister Jr., Joan Severance, Kurt Fuller, David Paymer

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Runtime1h 33m

Released1989

Budget$8M

Box office$16.1M

DirectorThomas J. Wright

About This Movie

No Holds Barred is a curious blend of action and drama that really leans into the macho energy of late '80s wrestling. You’ve got Rip, played by Hulk Hogan, who embodies that larger-than-life hero persona, standing firm against the corporate greed of Brell, the network head. The pacing is pretty solid; it moves with purpose, balancing in-ring action with personal stakes. The film dives into themes of loyalty, integrity, and the struggle against exploitation, which resonate a bit more deeply than the surface-level wrestling antics would suggest. Plus, there are some decent practical effects for the fight scenes, capturing that gritty realism. Overall, it’s a unique artifact of its time, with Hogan’s performance adding a certain charm.

Interesting representation of wrestling culture in film. · Hogan's performance is notably charismatic. · Captures the essence of late '80s action films.