Ready to Rumble

Ready to Rumble

Year: 2000

Runtime: 107 min

Language: English

Director: Brian Robbins

SportComedy

When a beloved wrestling champion falls from grace, two friends ditch their everyday jobs to help him reclaim his title. They embark on a journey to reignite his passion and prepare him for a comeback, but face unexpected challenges along the way. This comedic sports film follows their efforts to get him ready for a high-stakes wrestling match and restore his place at the top.

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1

Gordie and Sean's Passion for Wrestling

Gordie and Sean work as sewage workers but are deeply passionate about professional wrestling. They often discuss the history of the sport and idolize WCW World Heavyweight Champion Jimmy King, unaware of the scripted nature of the entertainment.

2

Titus Sinclair's Scheme

Titus Sinclair, the owner of WCW, hatches a plan to strip Jimmy King of his title. By hiring Diamond Dallas Page to challenge King, he intends to set up a match that will humiliate King and remove him from the wrestling scene.

3

King's Fall from Grace

During a WCW Monday Nitro show, Gordie and Sean eagerly watch as their favorite wrestler, Jimmy King, faces off against Diamond Dallas Page. To their shock, King is brutally defeated and terminated from WCW, leaving the loyal fans devastated.

During a live wrestling event WCW Arena
4

The Truck Accident

After witnessing King's disgraceful exit from wrestling, Gordie and Sean recklessly crash their septic truck on the way home. Instead of seeing it as bad luck, Gordie considers it a sign that they must help King regain his title.

5

Meeting Isaac

The next day, Gordie and Sean meet Isaac, an enthusiastic wrestling fan with tech-savvy skills. They enlist his help to track down the whereabouts of Jimmy King, aiming to convince the fallen hero to fight again.

6

Discovering King's Family

The trio discovers King has abandoned his family, consisting of his estranged wife Eugenia and son Frankie. This revelation sheds light on King's troubled past and ignites a determination within Gordie and Sean to help King return to wrestling.

King's home neighborhood
7

Confronting King

When they finally locate King in a trailer park, he is disguised as a woman and inebriated. Despite paying him for a meeting, King asserts he has moved on from wrestling, leading to a heated discussion with Gordie and Sean who refuse to give up on him.

Trailer Park
8

The Last-Minute Training

As the countdown to the rematch begins, Gordie, Sean, and King prepare for the fight. They meet with Sal Bandini, a grueling trainer, and initially fail to recruit King’s former partner Bill Goldberg, who is resentful towards King.

9

Confrontations and Betrayal

As King trains, tensions rise when it's revealed that Sasha, the Nitro Girl, has been spying for DDP. Heartbroken over this betrayal, Gordie breaks up with her while focusing on training King for the upcoming match.

10

Clash with Gordie's Father

On the day of the match, Gordie's father arrives to take him away, dismissing his wrestling aspirations. Tensions peak as Sean and King try to help Gordie break free, but he resolutely decides to continue pursuing his dreams.

11

The Match Night

During the highly-anticipated match, King faces off against DDP, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Just when King is overwhelmed, the unexpected arrival of fellow wrestlers like Goldberg and Sting provides crucial support in his fight.

Match Night WCW Arena
12

Gordie's Brave Entrance

As chaos breaks out during the match, Gordie enters the rink dressed in a wrestling outfit. He joins King in the fight against DDP's goons, showcasing immense courage and camaraderie in the battle for the title.

Inside the Wrestling Cage
13

King's Redemption

In a thrilling turn of events, King rallies from near defeat and defeats DDP, reclaiming his title. His triumph serves not only as a personal victory but as a redemption arc for all who believed in him.

WCW Arena
14

Confronting Sinclair

After the match, Gordie and Sean confront Titus Sinclair, showing their defiance against his schemes. They toss him into the audience to face the wrath of the fans, demonstrating their victory over the corrupt promoter.

15

Celebration and New Beginnings

The film concludes with the trio celebrating in a stretch Hummer, relishing their adventure together. Gordie expresses the possibility of dreams coming true, while laughter and joy echo in the finale as they drive off into the sunset.

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