Johnnie Mae Young
ActingAbout Johnnie Mae Young
Johnnie Mae Young was an American professional wrestler. She wrestled throughout the United States and Canada and won multiple titles in the National Wrestling Alliance. Young is considered one of the pioneers in women's wrestling as she helped to increase the popularity of the sport throughout the 1940s and during World War II. In 1954, she and Mildred Burke were among the first female competitors to tour post-war Japan. Beginning in 1999, Young had a high-profile "second career" in the World Wrestling Federation. Young was part of a recurring comedic duo with best friend The Fabulous Moolah in appearances on WWE televised events. Young is also remembered for taking bumps well past the age of 80 on televised programming. In 2004, she was inducted into the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum as part of their "Lady Wrestler" category. On March 29, 2008, Young was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. In 2017, the Mae Young Classic tournament was introduced by WWE in her memory.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Johnnie Mae Young reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 14 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Johnnie Mae Young's filmography leans towards the Action 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 79% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Johnnie Mae Young remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Then, Now, Forever: The Evolution of WWE’s Women’s Division, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Johnnie Mae Young Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Johnnie Mae Young's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Johnnie Mae Young.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Then, Now, Forever: The Evolution of WWE’s Women’s Division | Self (as Mae Young) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | WWE: Attitude Era: Vol. 2 | Herself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | WWE: OMG! The Top 50 Incidents in WWE History | Mae | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | WWE WrestleMania XXV | Mae Young (Timekeeper) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | WWE Hall of Fame 2008 | Herself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Lipstick & Dynamite | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | WWE WrestleMania XX | Mae Young | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | WWE Divas: Undressed | Mae Young | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE Insurrextion 2000 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE WrestleMania 2000 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE No Way Out 2000 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE Royal Rumble 2000 | Mae Young | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | WWE Survivor Series 1999 | Mae Young | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | WWE No Mercy 1999 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Johnnie Mae Young - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Johnnie Mae Young?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnnie Mae Young is "Then, Now, Forever: The Evolution of WWE’s Women’s Division" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Johnnie Mae Young acted in?
Johnnie Mae Young has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Johnnie Mae Young?
Other notable films include "WWE: Attitude Era: Vol. 2", "WWE Hall of Fame 2008", and "WWE Survivor Series 1999".