In a move that’s sure to make both wrestling fans and cinephiles drop their jaws faster than a body slam, Ben Affleck is rumored to be stepping into the colossal boots of WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan. The cinematic tag team of Affleck and Damon is back, and this time they’re grappling with one of the most sensational legal battles of the 21st century.
Last year, Hulk Hogan was ready to drop the leg on Netflix with a biopic starring Chris Hemsworth. But alas, a “business glitch” delivered a chair shot to those plans. Enter stage left: a screenplay about Hogan’s infamous 2013 lawsuit against Gawker Media, which is making the rounds in Tinseltown faster than a steel chair at a no-holds-barred match.
“KILLING GAWKER” – A Blockbuster in the Making
The film, tentatively titled “KILLING GAWKER,” has got Hollywood buzzing louder than the crowd at WrestleMania. It’s reported to be tied to none other than Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s production powerhouse, Artist Equity. If all goes according to script, the film will premiere in January 2025.
Affleck is set to don the bandana and handlebar mustache as the Hulkster himself, while Damon will suit up as billionaire Peter Thiel. The screenplay, penned by 2016 Academy Award winner Charles Randolph, is based on Ryan Holiday’s gripping book, “Conspiracy: Peter Thiel, Hulk Hogan, Gawker, and the Anatomy of Intrigue.”
The Tale of Tape: Hogan vs. Gawker
For those who missed this heavyweight bout, Holiday’s book recounts the legal smackdown Hogan delivered to Gawker after they published an unauthorized and explicit video. In a plot twist worthy of a soap opera, Thiel secretly funded Hogan’s lawsuit to settle his own scores with Gawker. The courtroom drama concluded with Hogan pinning Gawker to the mat, securing a victory worth over $100 million, and ultimately causing Gawker to tap out into bankruptcy.
The Dynamic Duo Back in Action
Affleck and Damon are no strangers to playing dynamic duos in sports dramas. Their recent hit, “Air,” chronicled the game-changing Nike deal that brought us the legendary Air Jordans. Now, they’re ready to step into the ring with a story that promises as much drama as a no-disqualification match.
With Affleck’s intensity and Damon’s cunning, this film is shaping up to be a title contender. So, grab your popcorn and your replica championship belt because “KILLING GAWKER” is gearing up to be a must-see event!