Movie: It's Good To Be The King: The Jerry Lawler Story

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Jerry Lawler
Jerry Lawler

Himself

Terry Funk
Terry Funk

Himself

Andy Kaufman
Andy Kaufman

Himself

William Cruickshanks
William Cruickshanks

Himself

Eddie Gilbert
Eddie Gilbert

Himself

Curt Hennig
Curt Hennig

Himself

Kerry Adkisson
Kerry Adkisson

Himself

James Manley
James Manley

Jim Powers

Owen Hart
Owen Hart

Himself

Scott Bigelow
Scott Bigelow

Bam Bam Bigelow

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    You hear his voice calling the action every week on WWE's flagship show, Monday Night Raw, but there is more to being king other than having the best seat in the house! In this regal new documentary, Jerry "The King" Lawler shares the amazing story of his rise to royalty. Follow the WWE Hall of Famer from his early days to his championship-laden career in the ring, his incomparable reign at the broadcast table and a king-sized list of accolades along the way. Friends and peers also join The King for this revealing look inside the life of this enduring and revered figure in sports entertainment.

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    2015-05-19

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    9.3

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    4.7 starts
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