The Backyard
2002, English. Directed by Paul Hough.
Lightbulbs, fire, barbed wire, mousetraps, staple guns, thumbtacks and glass are weapons of choice in The Backyard. This undercover documentary takes you deep into the controversial arena of backyard wrestling where the limits are constantly being tested...and broken. The Backyard follows several backyard wrestlers in different countries as they pursue their dream to become professional wrestlers.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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- Released
- 8 March 2002
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Hough
- Box office
- $3.2K
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How long is The Backyard?
The Backyard runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
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Which OTT platform is The Backyard on?
The Backyard isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Backyard?
If you liked The Backyard, try Pimps Up, Ho's Down, Double Dare, Beyond the Mat.
Who directed The Backyard?
The Backyard (2002) was directed by Paul Hough and stars Paul Hough, The Lizard, Chaos.