Connections
References
Pro Wrestling (1986)
(Video Game)
The style of the fictional game "Wrestle Jam" is partially based on this game.
The style of the fictional game "Wrestle Jam" is partially based on this game.
WWF WrestleMania (1989)
(Video Game)
The style of the fictional game "Wrestle Jam" is partially based on this game.
The style of the fictional game "Wrestle Jam" is partially based on this game.
WrestleMania V (1989)
(TV Special)
A poster for the original Ram-Ayatollah match read "The Megapowers of 1989 explode!" WMV's tag-line, emphasizing the Hulk Hogan-Randy Savage main event was "The Mega-Powers EXPLODE!"
A poster for the original Ram-Ayatollah match read "The Megapowers of 1989 explode!" WMV's tag-line, emphasizing the Hulk Hogan-Randy Savage main event was "The Mega-Powers EXPLODE!"
Reservoir Dogs (1992)
In the title sequence, a tag team undercard features the team of Mr. White and Mr. Pink.
In the title sequence, a tag team undercard features the team of Mr. White and Mr. Pink.
WXW Rage TV (1996)
(TV Series)
Mickey Rourke's first wrestling match in the film is for WXW Wrestling, owned by Afa "The Wild Samoan", who trained Rourke to wrestle for the film.
Mickey Rourke's first wrestling match in the film is for WXW Wrestling, owned by Afa "The Wild Samoan", who trained Rourke to wrestle for the film.
The Passion of the Christ (2004)
Mentioned in dialogue.
Mentioned in dialogue.
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007)
(Video Game)
Adam says Call of Duty 4 has just come out
Adam says Call of Duty 4 has just come out
Referenced in
Behind the Comedy (2009)
(Short)
Mentioned during the interview with Matt Clark
Mentioned during the interview with Matt Clark
Saturday Night Live: Neil Patrick Harris/Taylor Swift (2009)
(TV Episode)
An article referring to the film is seen on a newspaper.
An article referring to the film is seen on a newspaper.
The Big Bang Theory: The Killer Robot Instability (2009)
(TV Episode)
The movie is mentioned in the end credits "Chuck Lorre Productions, #235" card.
The movie is mentioned in the end credits "Chuck Lorre Productions, #235" card.
De wereld draait door: Episode #4.97 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Van Nieuwkerk mentions this film.
Van Nieuwkerk mentions this film.
De wereld draait door: Episode #4.107 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Van Nieuwkerk says Mickey Rourke didn't win the Oscar for this film.
Van Nieuwkerk says Mickey Rourke didn't win the Oscar for this film.
Saturday Night Live: Dwayne Johnson/Ray LaMontagne (2009)
(TV Episode)
Dwayne said his transformation to wrestler-actor was so good, he wasn't considered for The Wrestler; also mentioned on Weekend Update
Dwayne said his transformation to wrestler-actor was so good, he wasn't considered for The Wrestler; also mentioned on Weekend Update
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Watchmen/Shuttle/12 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Ellen says the director of "Pi" also directed this movie
Ellen says the director of "Pi" also directed this movie
Comedy Central Roast of Larry the Cable Guy (2009)
(TV Movie)
mentioned in dialouge
mentioned in dialouge
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #4.8 (2009)
(TV Episode)
referenced in a $25,000 question
referenced in a $25,000 question
Peep Show: The Affair (2009)
(TV Episode)
Jeremy says he was going to watch this with Elena but she'd already seen it with Gail.
Jeremy says he was going to watch this with Elena but she'd already seen it with Gail.
Californication: Verities & Balderdash (2009)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
The Big Fat Quiz of the Year (2010)
(TV Movie)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Muchachada nui: Episode #4.5 (2010)
(TV Episode)
In segment "Mickey Rourke presenta Muchachada Nui".
In segment "Mickey Rourke presenta Muchachada Nui".
Tosh.0: Hoodrat Kid (2010)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Hollywood's Top Ten: Best Fights (2010)
(TV Episode)
Honorable mention for the best fighting movie
Honorable mention for the best fighting movie
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The Last Exorcism/Piranha 3D/Vampires Suck (2010)
(TV Episode)
Brett says the director of "Black Swan" also directed this movie
Brett says the director of "Black Swan" also directed this movie
I'm Still Here (2010)
seen on movie marquee
seen on movie marquee
Conan: The Double-Fudging of Vanessa Del Rio (2011)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned while introducing Marisa Tomei
Title mentioned while introducing Marisa Tomei
Conan: The Fluffer of Seville (2011)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned while introducing Marisa Tomei and also by Conan's Mariachi band
Title mentioned while introducing Marisa Tomei and also by Conan's Mariachi band
Death Valley: The Hottest Day of the Year (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
At the Movies: Episode #8.37 (2011)
(TV Episode)
In a review of Warrior, David Stratton compares Joel Edgerton's role in that movie to Mickey Rourke's part in The Wrestler.
In a review of Warrior, David Stratton compares Joel Edgerton's role in that movie to Mickey Rourke's part in The Wrestler.
Who Do You Think You Are?: Marisa Tomei (2012)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in the opening narration
Referenced in the opening narration
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.140 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Altered image depicts "tanning mom" Patricia Krentcil as Mickey Rourke's character in the film
Altered image depicts "tanning mom" Patricia Krentcil as Mickey Rourke's character in the film
What to Expect When You're Expecting (2012)
Jordan is compared to Mickey Rourke in The Wrestler
Jordan is compared to Mickey Rourke in The Wrestler
Jeopardy!: Episode #28.221 (2012)
(TV Episode)
correct response in "Movie Fighters" category
correct response in "Movie Fighters" category
The 85th Oscars (2013)
(TV Special)
Mentioned in the "We Saw Your Boobs" song.
Mentioned in the "We Saw Your Boobs" song.
Features
Pac-Man (1980)
(Video Game)
Sound effects from this game are sampled in the fictional "Wrestle Jam" game.
Sound effects from this game are sampled in the fictional "Wrestle Jam" game.
Donkey Kong (1981)
(Video Game)
Sound effects from this game are sampled in the fictional "Wrestle Jam" game.
Sound effects from this game are sampled in the fictional "Wrestle Jam" game.
Featured in
At the Movies: Summer Special 2008/09 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown when this movie is reviewed.
Clips shown when this movie is reviewed.
The 14th Annual Critics' Choice Awards (2009)
(TV Movie)
Nominee clips.
Nominee clips.
The 66th Annual Golden Globe Awards (2009)
(TV Movie)
Nominee clips.
Nominee clips.
15th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (2009)
(TV Movie)
Nominee clips.
Nominee clips.
WWF Raw: Episode dated 26 January 2009 (2009)
(TV Episode)
The trailer is shown by Chris Jericho and he discusses it.
The trailer is shown by Chris Jericho and he discusses it.
The 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania (2009)
(TV Special)
The film was used as part of a storyline leading up to WrestleMania, and a clip of Randy Robinson is also shown.
The film was used as part of a storyline leading up to WrestleMania, and a clip of Randy Robinson is also shown.
Within the Ring (2009)
(Video)
The documentary is about the making of the film and features many clips from it.
The documentary is about the making of the film and features many clips from it.
Spike's Guys Choice (2009)
(TV Movie)
Title mentioned during Funniest M.F. acceptence speech, and clips shown during Guy of the Year presentation
Title mentioned during Funniest M.F. acceptence speech, and clips shown during Guy of the Year presentation
Loose Women: Episode #14.9 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #18.43 (2010)
(TV Episode)
a clip is included in a montage of Mickey Rourke films
a clip is included in a montage of Mickey Rourke films
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #18.101 (2010)
(TV Episode)
a clip is shown in a montage of Mickey Rourke films
a clip is shown in a montage of Mickey Rourke films
Hollywood's Top Ten: Alive and Kicking (2011)
(TV Episode)
#6
#6
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Mickey Rourke/Miss Piggy/Mutemath (2011)
(TV Episode)
a clip is shown in a montage of Mickey Rourke films
a clip is shown in a montage of Mickey Rourke films
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #21.48 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Clip included in montage of Marisa Tomei films
Clip included in montage of Marisa Tomei films
