In 1980, a teenage boy escapes the unrest in Iran only to face more hostility in America, due to the hostage crisis. Determined to fit in, he joins the school's floundering wrestling team.
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Title: American Wrestler: The Wizard (2016)
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| George Kosturos | ... | Ali Jahani | |
| William Fichtner | ... | Coach Plyler | |
| Ali Afshar | ... | Hafez Tabad | |
| Lia Marie Johnson | ... | Kristi Larsen | |
| Gabriel Basso | ... | Jimmy Petersen | |
| Jon Voight | ... | Principal Skinner | |
| Sasha Feldman | ... | Dan 'Toad' Webster | |
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Chase Mowen | ... | Mike Thornhill |
| Kevin G. Schmidt | ... | Rowan Knox | |
| Nicholas Guilak | ... | Pasha | |
| Shannon Collis | ... | Wendy | |
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Karina Andrews | ... | Miss Larsen |
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Tony Panterra | ... | Mr. Jahani |
| Salome Azizi | ... | Mrs. Jahani | |
| John Asadi | ... | Truck Driver | |
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In this inspiring tale based on true events, 17-year-old Ali Jahani is a newcomer to a small California town, where he stands out as different in an unwelcoming community. Living with his embittered uncle, the boy faces a mountain of adversity everywhere he turns. Rejected by everyone but determined to fit in, he joins the school's floundering wrestling team. With a chance to change how others see him, Ali must step up and learn to be a hero. Written by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment
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Music by Jamie Christopherson
Lyrics by Shani Rigsbee
Performed by Andy (feat. Shanti)
Courtesy of Cherokee Music Group
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The championship match was filmed in a gymnasium on campus at Santa Rosa Junior College. See more »Goofs
At the State tournament, the Cage Fighter logo can be seen on the back of Roman Knox's singlet. Cage Fighter apparel was not available in 1980 as it was not founded until 2007. See more »Quotes
Hafez Tabad: They're not expecting anything from you. You will surprise them. That's how you will beat them, and I am going to teach you how to bust their faces.See more »
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RiseMusic by Jamie Christopherson
Lyrics by Shani Rigsbee
Performed by Andy (feat. Shanti)
Courtesy of Cherokee Music Group
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Wonderful root-for-the-underdog movie. George Kosturos' portrayal of Ali was superior--the entire cast exceptional. The movie is about a newly-arrived teenage immigrant who becomes the brunt of prejudice in the time of the Iranian hostage crisis. It is a touching and inspirational sports story showing that tenacity and strength of character win out over adversity. I cried more than once and left the theater feeling inspired. Good for kids and adults.