The Iron Claw (2023)
Kernel Score: 84% · 1,187 ratings · Rated R
Genres: History, Drama
Released: 2023-12-21
Runtime: 132 minutes
Where to watch The Iron Claw
- Free with ads: The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports.
The Iron Claw parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that The Iron Claw is a heavy R-rated wrestling drama about the real-life Von Erich brothers, dealing with grief, death, mental illness and an overbearing father.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts professional wrestling matches with injuries, plus themes of tragedy and death within the family.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: A little — Signals suggest addiction/family dysfunction themes common to this true story but no explicit drug use is detailed.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Sean Durkin
Cast
- Zac Efron as Kevin Von Erich
- Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich
- Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich
- Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich
- Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich
- Maura Tierney as Doris Von Erich
- Lily James as Pam Adkisson
- Michael Harney as Bill Mercer
- Aaron Dean Eisenberg as Ric Flair
- Kevin Anton as Harley Race
The Iron Claw FAQ
Is The Iron Claw good?
The Iron Claw has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,187 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Iron Claw?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Iron Claw OK for kids?
The Iron Claw is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that The Iron Claw is a heavy R-rated wrestling drama about the real-life Von Erich brothers, dealing with grief, death, mental illness and an overbearing father.
What movies are like The Iron Claw?
If you liked The Iron Claw, try Big George Foreman, Dallas Buyers Club, Straight Outta Compton and My Own Private Idaho.