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Beyond the Mat (2000): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Beyond the Mat is a 2000 biographical documentary directed by Barry W. Blaustein, starring Mick Foley, Terry Funk and Jake Roberts. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes and earned $2.1 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Documentaries at the DGA Awards 2000. Critics gave it 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
82%
worldwide gross
$2.1M
award nomination
1
Metascore
73
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Beyond the Mat (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 42m (102 min)
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Beyond the Mat About?

The premise of Beyond the Mat without spoilers.

Barry Blaustein’s documentary explores the world of professional wrestling, offering a revealing look at the lives of its performers beyond the arena. The film captures the humor and humanity of wrestlers as they navigate the demanding world of high-stakes competition and elaborate storylines, showcasing the unique culture and compelling characters that define this captivating sport.

Beyond the Mat Themes & Keywords

· 45 tags
  • wrestling
  • professional wrestling
  • world wrestling entertainment
  • headquarters
  • family business
  • behind the scenes
  • composer
  • corporation
  • costume designer
  • board meeting
  • spitting
  • wrestling school
+33 more
  • training
  • funeral home
  • violence
  • amarillo texas
  • wedding
  • prayer
  • husband wife relationship
  • celebrity
  • blood
  • barb wire
  • rivalry
  • long island new york
  • fan
  • father son relationship
  • life on the road
  • reference to shakespeare's henry iv part two
  • pet parrot
  • governor
  • politician
  • 1990s
  • retirement
  • radio station
  • exterminator
  • crack smoking
  • smoking crack
  • wrestler
  • three word title
  • drugs
  • championship
  • champion
  • backstage
  • father daughter relationship
  • estranged parent
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Cast & crew

Beyond the Mat Cast

Mick Foley leads the cast, with Terry Funk and Jake Roberts. Directed by Barry W. Blaustein.

From the director

More from Barry W. Blaustein

More films directed by Barry W. Blaustein, best-rated first: The Ringer and Peep World.

Full filmography
Ratings

Beyond the Mat Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Beyond the Mat 82% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic.

Box office

Beyond the Mat Box Office

Beyond the Mat grossed $2.1 million worldwide.

2000 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.1M

US & Canada
$2.1M
Awards

Beyond the Mat Awards & Nominations

Beyond the Mat earned 1 award nomination, including Documentaries at the DGA Awards 2000.

1 nomination1 ceremony

Videos

Beyond the Mat Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Beyond the Mat.

Beyond The Mat Unrated Director's Cut Trailer
Details

Beyond the Mat Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Au-delà du ring” and “링 밖에서”.

Also known as
  • Au-delà du ring
  • 링 밖에서
  • 擂台之外

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FAQ

Beyond the Mat FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Beyond the Mat, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Beyond the Mat?

Beyond the Mat runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

When was Beyond the Mat released?

Beyond the Mat was released on March 17, 2000.

Who directed Beyond the Mat?

Beyond the Mat was directed by Barry W. Blaustein.

More films by Barry W. Blaustein

Who is in the cast of Beyond the Mat?

Beyond the Mat stars Mick Foley, Terry Funk and Jake Roberts.

How much did Beyond the Mat make at the box office?

Beyond the Mat grossed $2.1 million worldwide.

How is Beyond the Mat rated?

Beyond the Mat has 82% on Rotten Tomatoes, 73 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.

Was Beyond the Mat nominated for any awards?

Beyond the Mat received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

Does Beyond the Mat have a post-credit scene?

No. Beyond the Mat has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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