Zac Efron; Kevin Von Erich in 2009.Photo: Rodin Eckenroth/Getty, Bob Levey/WireImageZac Efronis undergoing a major transformation for his latest role inThe Iron Claw.The actor is slated to play real-life pro wrestler Kevin Von Erich in an upcoming film from A24.Plans for the movie were first announcedin June 2022, with filming officially kicking off in October 2022 as the actor was seen on set wearing a noteworthy new hairdo.Based on a true story, the upcoming film will explore the “rise and fall” of the Von Erich wrestling family.The project marks the latest in a series of roles in which Efron has portrayed a real-life person. In 2019, he notably played serial killer Ted Bundy in Netflix’sExtremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile, and recently, he played former United States Marine Chick Donohue in the biographical filmThe Greatest Beer Run Ever.From the cast members joining Efron for the film to the interesting backstory, here’s everything to know aboutThe Iron Claw.What isThe Iron Clawabout?Per the official tagline from A24, the film tracks the “rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day.“The son of famed professional wrestler Fritz Von Erich, Kevin Von Erich began wrestling in 1976, receiving numerous honors over the course of his career, including a world championship title. In 2009, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as a member of the Von Erich family.Who is inThe Iron Clawcast?Rodin Eckenroth/Getty, David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for BFI, Todd Owyoung/NBC via GettyAlongside Efron as Kevin, the film also stars Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as the family’s matriarch Doris and Lily James as Kevin’s wife Pam.How did Zac Efron prepare for his role inThe Iron Claw?While Efron is no stranger tobulking up for a role, he recently toldMen’s Healththat he had adifferent approach this time thanthe training he did forBaywatch. Efron recalled that he “fell into a pretty bad depression, for a long time” after recovering from the rigorous training for the 2017 film.“ThatBaywatchlook, I don’t know if that’s really attainable,” he said. “There’s just too little water in the skin. Like, it’s fake; it looks CGI’d. And that required powerful diuretics to achieve. So I don’t need to do that. I much prefer to have an extra, you know, 2 to 3 percent body fat.“Who is directingThe Iron Claw?Neilson Barnard/GettyMartha Marcy May MarlenefilmmakerSean Durkin is slated to write and directthe film alongside producers Tessa Ross, Derrin Schlesinger and Harrison Huffman, per Deadline.When didThe Iron Clawfilm?The Iron Clawkicked off filming in Louisiana in October 2022, with thefirst look at Efron in characterbeing released on Oct. 24.Is there a trailer forThe Iron Claw?In October 2023, A24 released the official trailer for the upcoming film, showing Efron in action as Kevin Von Erich and the drama that ensues with the Von Erich family.When willThe Iron Clawcome out?The film willrelease in theaters on Dec. 22, 2023.
Zac Efron; Kevin Von Erich in 2009.Photo: Rodin Eckenroth/Getty, Bob Levey/WireImage
Zac Efronis undergoing a major transformation for his latest role inThe Iron Claw.The actor is slated to play real-life pro wrestler Kevin Von Erich in an upcoming film from A24.Plans for the movie were first announcedin June 2022, with filming officially kicking off in October 2022 as the actor was seen on set wearing a noteworthy new hairdo.Based on a true story, the upcoming film will explore the “rise and fall” of the Von Erich wrestling family.The project marks the latest in a series of roles in which Efron has portrayed a real-life person. In 2019, he notably played serial killer Ted Bundy in Netflix’sExtremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile, and recently, he played former United States Marine Chick Donohue in the biographical filmThe Greatest Beer Run Ever.From the cast members joining Efron for the film to the interesting backstory, here’s everything to know aboutThe Iron Claw.What isThe Iron Clawabout?Per the official tagline from A24, the film tracks the “rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day.“The son of famed professional wrestler Fritz Von Erich, Kevin Von Erich began wrestling in 1976, receiving numerous honors over the course of his career, including a world championship title. In 2009, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as a member of the Von Erich family.Who is inThe Iron Clawcast?Rodin Eckenroth/Getty, David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for BFI, Todd Owyoung/NBC via GettyAlongside Efron as Kevin, the film also stars Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as the family’s matriarch Doris and Lily James as Kevin’s wife Pam.How did Zac Efron prepare for his role inThe Iron Claw?While Efron is no stranger tobulking up for a role, he recently toldMen’s Healththat he had adifferent approach this time thanthe training he did forBaywatch. Efron recalled that he “fell into a pretty bad depression, for a long time” after recovering from the rigorous training for the 2017 film.“ThatBaywatchlook, I don’t know if that’s really attainable,” he said. “There’s just too little water in the skin. Like, it’s fake; it looks CGI’d. And that required powerful diuretics to achieve. So I don’t need to do that. I much prefer to have an extra, you know, 2 to 3 percent body fat.“Who is directingThe Iron Claw?Neilson Barnard/GettyMartha Marcy May MarlenefilmmakerSean Durkin is slated to write and directthe film alongside producers Tessa Ross, Derrin Schlesinger and Harrison Huffman, per Deadline.When didThe Iron Clawfilm?The Iron Clawkicked off filming in Louisiana in October 2022, with thefirst look at Efron in characterbeing released on Oct. 24.Is there a trailer forThe Iron Claw?In October 2023, A24 released the official trailer for the upcoming film, showing Efron in action as Kevin Von Erich and the drama that ensues with the Von Erich family.When willThe Iron Clawcome out?The film willrelease in theaters on Dec. 22, 2023.
Zac Efronis undergoing a major transformation for his latest role inThe Iron Claw.
The actor is slated to play real-life pro wrestler Kevin Von Erich in an upcoming film from A24.Plans for the movie were first announcedin June 2022, with filming officially kicking off in October 2022 as the actor was seen on set wearing a noteworthy new hairdo.
Based on a true story, the upcoming film will explore the “rise and fall” of the Von Erich wrestling family.
The project marks the latest in a series of roles in which Efron has portrayed a real-life person. In 2019, he notably played serial killer Ted Bundy in Netflix’sExtremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile, and recently, he played former United States Marine Chick Donohue in the biographical filmThe Greatest Beer Run Ever.
From the cast members joining Efron for the film to the interesting backstory, here’s everything to know aboutThe Iron Claw.
What isThe Iron Clawabout?
Per the official tagline from A24, the film tracks the “rise and fall of the Von Erich family, a dynasty of wrestlers who made a huge impact on the sport from the 1960s to the present day.”
The son of famed professional wrestler Fritz Von Erich, Kevin Von Erich began wrestling in 1976, receiving numerous honors over the course of his career, including a world championship title. In 2009, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as a member of the Von Erich family.
Who is inThe Iron Clawcast?
Rodin Eckenroth/Getty, David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for BFI, Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty
Alongside Efron as Kevin, the film also stars Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich, Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich, Maura Tierney as the family’s matriarch Doris and Lily James as Kevin’s wife Pam.
How did Zac Efron prepare for his role inThe Iron Claw?
While Efron is no stranger tobulking up for a role, he recently toldMen’s Healththat he had adifferent approach this time thanthe training he did forBaywatch. Efron recalled that he “fell into a pretty bad depression, for a long time” after recovering from the rigorous training for the 2017 film.
“ThatBaywatchlook, I don’t know if that’s really attainable,” he said. “There’s just too little water in the skin. Like, it’s fake; it looks CGI’d. And that required powerful diuretics to achieve. So I don’t need to do that. I much prefer to have an extra, you know, 2 to 3 percent body fat.”
Who is directingThe Iron Claw?
Neilson Barnard/Getty
Martha Marcy May MarlenefilmmakerSean Durkin is slated to write and directthe film alongside producers Tessa Ross, Derrin Schlesinger and Harrison Huffman, per Deadline.
When didThe Iron Clawfilm?
The Iron Clawkicked off filming in Louisiana in October 2022, with thefirst look at Efron in characterbeing released on Oct. 24.
Is there a trailer forThe Iron Claw?
In October 2023, A24 released the official trailer for the upcoming film, showing Efron in action as Kevin Von Erich and the drama that ensues with the Von Erich family.
When willThe Iron Clawcome out?
The film willrelease in theaters on Dec. 22, 2023.
source: people.com
