David Arquette was in the wrestling movie Ready to Rumble.
Released in 2000, Ready to Rumble is a comedy film that centers around two passionate wrestling fans, played by Arquette and Scott Caan, who embark on a mission to revive the career of their favorite wrestler, Jimmy King (Oliver Platt). The movie gained significant attention due to its strong ties with World Championship Wrestling (WCW), a prominent professional wrestling promotion at the time.
About Ready to Rumble
The film is notable for its numerous appearances by real-life WCW wrestlers, including Goldberg, Sting, Randy Savage, and Diamond Dallas Page, which lent it an authentic feel for wrestling enthusiasts. David Arquette's involvement with the film extended beyond his acting role, controversially leading to him winning the WCW World Heavyweight Championship in real life as a promotional stunt for the movie. This move was met with mixed reactions from wrestling fans and critics but undeniably brought a considerable amount of publicity to both the film and WCW.
Here are some key details about the movie:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $24 million |
| Box Office | $12.5 million |
Despite its star-studded wrestling cast and promotional efforts, Ready to Rumble did not perform strongly at the box office, grossing $12.5 million against a budget of $24 million. Nevertheless, it remains a memorable part of wrestling and movie history, particularly for the unique intersection of fiction and reality it created with David Arquette's brief championship reign.
For more information on the film, you can visit its Wikipedia page: Ready to Rumble
