

Beyond the Mat
1999, English. Directed by Barry W. Blaustein.
The Movie Vince McMahon Doesn't Want You to See.
A heartfelt documentary focusing on the day-to-day lives of professional wrestlers, some on the rise, some on the wane, and others fighting for their lives.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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7.3/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Beyond the Mat
Beyond the Mat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Barry W. BlausteinDirector
- Mick FoleySelf - Mankind
- Terry FunkSelf
- Vince McMahonSelf
- Aurelian Smith Jr.Self - Jake "The Snake" Roberts
- Jesse VenturaSelf
- Noelle FoleySelf (uncredited)
- Barry W. BlausteinNarrator
- Michael MannaStevie Richards
- Scott LevyRaven
- Mark CalawaySelf - The Undertaker
- Tony JonesSelf
- Michael CariglioSelf
Details
- Released
- 22 October 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barry W. Blaustein
- Budget
- $500K
- Box office
- $2.1M
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Beyond the Mat: quick answers
Is Beyond the Mat worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 99 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Beyond the Mat?
Beyond the Mat runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Beyond the Mat have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Beyond the Mat. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Beyond the Mat parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Beyond the Mat is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Beyond the Mat on?
Beyond the Mat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Beyond the Mat?
If you liked Beyond the Mat, try Hitman Hart: Wrestling with Shadows, You Cannot Kill David Arquette, Randy Orton: The Evolution of a Predator.
Who directed Beyond the Mat?
Beyond the Mat (1999) was directed by Barry W. Blaustein and stars Mick Foley, Terry Funk, Vince McMahon.