10 Wrestlers Who Deserve Biopics (And Who Should Play Them)

The tragic downfall and subsequent redemption of Jake Roberts is one of the most profound tales in sports entertainment. The top-rated Golden Age performer seemed destined to reach the heights of fame, but due to his troubles with addiction, he came crashing down and spent a lot of time in his career dealing with massive health problems, and personal issues. Thankfully though, he fought his way through them, and with the help of his friend DDP, turned his life around.

Jake Roberts' story is a classic narrative of someone who struggles against a demon and overcomes it. The movie industry is awash with similar tales, but one that focusses on the sport of wrestling would be unique. The closest audiences have come to seeing a story of this magnitude was The Wrestler, which dealt with an ageing performer, proving that the tale of a struggling wrestler can sell, and become critically acclaimed.

Vince Vaughn is an actor who is continually searching for great dramatic roles to strengthen his resume. He even played a pivotal part in Fighting with My Family, for which it was originally speculated that he'd be taking on this very role. Although that didn't come to fruition, it was the right idea, as they share a similar look, and Vaughn is underrated in his portrayal of drama.