The Wrestler is a 1974 independent film directed by Jim Westman, produced by professional wrestler Verne Gagne and W.R. Frank, starring Ed Asner as Frank Bass, a wrestling promoter. Verne Gagne also stars in the film as Mike Bullard, the current wrestling champion of his "league".
The Wrestler is a 1974 independent movie directed by Jim Westman, produced by professional wrestler Verne Gagne and W.R. Frank, with Ed Asner playing Frank Bass, a wrestling promoter. Verne Gagne also portrays Mike Bullard, the reigning champion of his "league" in the film.