‘The Main Event': Release date, plot, cast, trailer, all you need to know about movie on a boy with a WWE dream

Netflix is all set to release its latest feature for children in an action-fantasy sports drama
UPDATED APR 2, 2020
Seth Carr in 'The Main Event' (Netflix)
Seth Carr in 'The Main Event' (Netflix)

It’s been a while since we had a movie dedicated to and only made for children, addressing their dreams and sentiments. Netflix has happened to bring that wish come true with its upcoming movie that explores sports, fun, action, fantasy, and a lot of childish drama that you can watch with the entire family. The story of a 11-year old Leo who finds superpower to fight the most ominous wrestlers is sure to bring a smile to your face!

Release Date

‘The Main Event’ is scheduled to release on Netflix on April 10, 2020.

Plot

The movie follows the story of Leo, an 11-year old aspiring wrestler who wants to enter a competition and become the next WWE champion. But as we see from the trailer, he has no strength and is always bullied by his school mates. And then Leo discovers a magical mask, which will make him powerful enough to beat the biggest champions in the ring and make him the next WWE Superstar!

Cast

The movie features Seth Carr, Tichina Arnold, and Adam Pally in the lead roles.

Seth Carr stars in Netflix's 'The Main Event' (IMDb)

Seth Carr plays the role of the lead protagonist. He is a child actor and face of popular television shows and major Hollywood productions like ‘Bosch’, ‘Superstore’, ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’, ‘Black Panther’ and ‘Terminator Genisys’.

Tichina Arnold stars in Netflix's 'The Main Event' (IMDb)

Tichina Arnold or Tichina Rolanda Arnold is an actress, known for Everybody Hates Chris (2005), Little Shop of Horrors (1986) and Martin (1992).

Adam Pally stars in Netflix's 'The Main Event' (IMDb)

Adam Pally is an actor and producer, known for 'The Mindy Project', 'Iron Man 3' (2013), 'Band Aid' (2017) and 'Dirty Grandpa' (2016).

Director

The fun, action drama is directed by Jay Karas and produced by WWE Studios.

Jay Karas is a director and producer, known for ‘Superstore’ (2015), ‘Parks and Recreation’ (2009) and ‘Splitting Up Together’ (2018). He is also known for directing comedy specials and working with famous standup artists and comedians like Adam Devine, Demetri Martin, Bill Burr, Ali Wong, Eddie Griffin, Jeff Ross, DL Hughley, Larry Wilmore, and Tom Green.

Trailer

Catch the preview of the upcoming drama movie here, which shows a glimpse into the days of our little hero’s life and how he dreams to be champion, until it actually comes true, magically!



 

Where to watch

You can catch this inspiring and fun movie when it drops on Netflix on April 10. 

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