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title: "American Wrestler: The Wizard"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/american-wrestler-the-wizard-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 431261
imdb_id: "tt4303202"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 117
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 86
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# American Wrestler: The Wizard (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/american-wrestler-the-wizard-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "American Wrestler: The Wizard" (2017).
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Title: American Wrestler: The Wizard
Year: 2017
Release Date (US): 05/16/2017
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1h 57m
Synopsis: 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.
Tagline: He escaped one war, only to face another.
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Title: American Wrestler: The Wizard
Release Year: 2017
Release Date: May 16, 2017 (US)
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel | YouTube Free | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alex Ranarivelo
- **Networks / Studios**: ESX Productions, ESX Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **George Kosturos** as *Ali*
- **Jon Voight** as *Principle Skinner*
- **William Fichtner** as *Coach Plyler*
- **Lia Marie Johnson** as *Kristi Larsen*
- **Kevin G. Schmidt** as *Rowan Knox*
- **Gabriel Basso** as *Jimmy Petersen*
- **Shannon Collis** as *Wendy*
- **Courtney Hope Turner** as *Jenny*
- **Ali Afshar** as *Hafez Tabad*
- **Nicholas Guilak** as *Pasha*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch American Wrestler: The Wizard online?
American Wrestler: The Wizard is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is American Wrestler: The Wizard worth watching?
American Wrestler: The Wizard holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 86 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie American Wrestler: The Wizard and when was it released?
American Wrestler: The Wizard is a feature film with a runtime of 117 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed American Wrestler: The Wizard?
American Wrestler: The Wizard was directed by Alex Ranarivelo.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [American Wrestler: The Wizard — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/431261)
- [Saraya Bevis](https://www.wikiwand.com/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*