No Holds Barred is a
1989 film produced by Michael Rachmil, directed by Thomas J. Wright, written by Dennis Hackin, and starring professional wrestler
Hulk Hogan (who is billed as executive producer alongside
Vince McMahon). The film is produced by
World Wrestling Federation (under a "
Shane Distribution Company" copyright) and was released by
New Line Cinema on June 2, 1989. It is rated
PG-13. It was launched as an attempt to boost Hulk Hogan's acting career several years after his appearance in
Rocky III.
Plot
Hulk Hogan plays Rip, a very popular professional wrestler. Although Rip looks and acts like a brute, he is actually a golden-hearted guy. He has a younger brother, Randy, whose presence in the audience motivates him enough to win his matches.