Dory Funk Jr.
ActingAbout Dory Funk Jr.
Dorrance Earnest "Dory" Funk, Jr. is a professional wrestler and wrestling trainer. He is the son of Dory Funk, Sr. and brother of Terry Funk. He is credited with the invention of The Texas Cloverleaf submission hold and runs the Funking Conservatory, a professional wrestling school. His students and friends participate in a wrestling show, local to Ocala, Florida, called !Bang!. Dory is a former world heavyweight champion, having held the NWA World Heavyweight Championship once. To date, he was the fifth longest reigning NWA World Heavyweight Champion of all time, holding it for over four years. In addition, he also held the major heavyweight titles (but not officially recognized as World Titles): WWC Universal Heavyweight Championship once, the CWA World Heavyweight Championship once. He is also a 2009 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Dory Funk Jr. reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Dory Funk Jr.'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 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Dory Funk Jr. remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in WCW Slamboree 1993, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Dory Funk Jr. Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Dory Funk Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Dory Funk Jr..
Dory Funk Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Dory Funk Jr.?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Dory Funk Jr. is "WCW Slamboree 1993" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Dory Funk Jr. acted in?
Dory Funk Jr. has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Dory Funk Jr.?
Other notable films include "The Most Powerful Families in Wrestling", "WWE Hall Of Fame 2009", and "WrestleMania 2 (Duplicated)".