Ric Flair is widely regarded as one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time. Flair’s career has lasted nearly 50 years. His character was previously announced to be in The Iron Claw film, but it was not determined who will play him. The Iron Claw has finally found its Ric Flair.

According to Deadline, wrestling legend and icon Ric Flair has been cast in A24’s upcoming movie about the Von Erich family. The WWE Hall of Famer will be played by Aaron Dean Eisenberg (The Deuce). Eisenberg will appear alongside Zac Efron (Kevin Von Erich), Jeremy Allen White (Kerry Von Erich), Holt McCallany, Maura Tierney, and Harris Dickinson in the movie. 

The film’s production is currently underway. Kerry Von Erich notably defeated Flair in the WCCW 1st Von Erich Memorial Parade of Champions, winning the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Flair wrestled the Von Erichs several times over the years.

Durkin has already welcomed the wrestling community into this movie by casting AEW superstar Maxwell Jacob Friedman aka MJF in the role of Lance Von Erich. Fans must be excited about the film. To get the latest updates, keep an eye on Ringside News.

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