11-year-old Leo Thompson (Seth Kyle) discovers a magical wrestling mask that gives him so much power that he competes in the American Wrestling League. With the support of Grandma (Tijina Arnold), Leo wants to realize his dream of becoming an American Wrestling League superstar at all costs. In the ring, facing the legendary challenger, can a child win in one fell swoop? "the Wrestler" is directed by Jay Karas and co-stars Adam Perry, Ken Marino, and American Wrestling League superstars Coffey Kingston, Michael Mizanin (Miz), Simos, and Babatunde Abussy. He plays Leo's ultimate rival (a giant wrestler named Samson).