Gene Okerlund - Actor Profile

Gene Okerlund

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 29, 1942
Birth Place: Robbinsdale, Minnesota, USA

About Gene Okerlund

Eugene "Mean Gene" Okerlund was a semi-retired American professional wrestling interviewer and announcer. He was best known for his work in the World Wrestling Federation and World Championship Wrestling. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006 by Hulk Hogan.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gene Okerlund reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Gene Okerlund's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gene Okerlund remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wrestling's Bloopers, Bleeps, & Bodyslams, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Gene Okerlund Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gene Okerlund's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gene Okerlund.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Biography: Wrestlemania I Self Average Similar →
2021 My Way: The Life and Legacy of Pat Patterson Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
2020 Sting: The Lost Tape - Average Similar →
2019 WWE: Let Me Tell You Something Mean Gene Himself Super Hit Similar →
2018 Andre the Giant Self Hit Similar →
2017 The Price of Fame Self Hit Similar →
2015 The Resurrection of Jake The Snake Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 WWE Hall of Fame: Harley Race Host Super Hit Similar →
2012 WWE Hall of Fame: Jesse Ventura Host Super Hit Similar →
2009 WWE: The Best of Saturday Night's Main Event - Super Hit Similar →
2008 Ring Roasts I: A Comedic Tribute to The Iron Sheik Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
2006 WWE: Hulk Hogan: The Ultimate Anthology 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
2006 WWE Hall of Fame 2006 Himself Super Hit Similar →
2005 The Self Destruction of the Ultimate Warrior Himself Average Similar →
2005 The Greatest Stars of the 80's Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 WWE: Wrestlemania Recall Gene "The Mean" Okerlund Flop Similar →
2003 WWE: The Best of WWE Confidential, Vol. 1 - Super Hit Similar →
2002 Hollywood Hulk Hogan: Hulk Still Rules Himself Hit Similar →
2000 Ready to Rumble Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1995 WCW: Ric Flar - 2 Decades of Excellence Mean Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1995 WWE Hall Of Fame 1995 "Mean" Gene Okerlund (Self) Super Hit Similar →
1995 WCW All Nighter 1995 - Flop Similar →
1995 Timemaster Bob Flop Similar →
1994 WWE Hall Of Fame 1994 Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1993 WCW Clash of the Champions XXV "Mean" Gene Okerlund (Broadcaster) Flop Similar →
1993 WWE SummerSlam Spectacular 1993 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1993 WWE WrestleFest '93 "Mean" Gene Okerlund (Host) Flop Similar →
1991 WWE Battle Royal at the Albert Hall "Mean" Gene Okerlund (Interviewer) Average Similar →
1991 Hulk Hogan: A Real American Story Self Super Hit Similar →
1990 WWE Survivor Series 1990 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
1990 Repossessed Himself Flop Similar →
1989 No Holds Barred Commentator #2 Flop Similar →
1988 WrestleMania IV (Duplicated) 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1988 WWE Royal Rumble 1988 "Mean" Gene Okerlund (Broadcasting) Hit Similar →
1987 Wrestling's Most Embarrassing Moments "Mean" Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
1987 The Wrestling Album II: Piledriver "Mean" Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1987 WWF Hulkamania 2 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1987 WrestleMania III (Duplicated) 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
1987 Bob Uecker's Wacky World of Sports 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1986 Villains of the Squared Circle "Mean" Gene Okerlund (Host) Flop Similar →
1986 Wrestling's Living Legend Bruno Sammartino - Flop Similar →
1986 Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat "Mean" Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
1986 WrestleMania 2 (Duplicated) 'Mean' Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
1986 The Life and Times of Captain Lou Albano "Mean" Gene Okerlund Super Hit Similar →
1986 Tag Team Champions Himself Flop Similar →
1985 Rowdy Roddy Piper's Greatest Hits "Mean" Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1985 Wrestling's Bloopers, Bleeps, & Bodyslams Self Super Hit Similar →
1985 Best of the WWF Volume 1 "Mean" Gene Okerland Flop Similar →
1985 Wrestling's Biggest, Smallest, Strangest, Strongest! "Mean" Gene Okerlund Flop Similar →
1983 AWA Christmas Night 1983 "Mean" Gene Okerlund (Broadcaster) Flop Similar →

Gene Okerlund - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gene Okerlund?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gene Okerlund is "Wrestling's Bloopers, Bleeps, & Bodyslams" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Gene Okerlund acted in?

Gene Okerlund has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gene Okerlund?

Other notable films include "WWE: The Best of Saturday Night's Main Event", "WWE Hall of Fame: Harley Race", and "WWE Hall of Fame: Jesse Ventura".