The Backyard
Director: Paul Hough
Lightbulbs, fire, barbed wire, mousetraps, staple guns, thumbtacks and glass are weapons of choice in The Backyard. This undercover documentary takes you deep into the controversial arena of backyard wrestling where the limits are constantly being tested...and broken. The Backyard follows several backyard wrestlers in different countries as they pursue their dream to become professional wrestlers.
Cast
Paul Hough
Narrator (voice)
The Lizard
Self
Chaos
Self
Heartless
Self
Scar
Self
Rob Szatkowski
Himself
In brief
The Backyard (2002) is a documentary film. With an average rating of 7.3/10 from 12 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 20min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Backyard online?
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How long is The Backyard?
The Backyard runs 80 minutes (1h 20min).
What rating does The Backyard have?
The Backyard has an average rating of 7.3/10 based on 12 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Backyard from?
The Backyard was released in 2002.
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