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Von Erich Family Challenges 'The Iron Claw' Over Key Inaccuracies

Ahead of a new documentary, surviving members of the wrestling dynasty dispute omissions and misrepresentations in the 2023 biopic.

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Overview

  • Investigation Discovery’s documentary 'The Real Iron Claw,' airing April 21, features Kevin, Lacey, and Hollie Von Erich correcting inaccuracies in A24's 2023 film.
  • The family highlights the omission of Chris Von Erich, whose life was combined with his brother Mike’s in the film, and disputes the portrayal of a 'Von Erich curse.'
  • Kerry Von Erich’s daughters criticize the film for excluding their father’s wife and children, misrepresenting him as not being a family man.
  • Kevin Von Erich recalls Kerry’s 1993 suicide call and his father Fritz’s dismissive response, sharing new personal details in the documentary.
  • The Von Erichs emphasize that no family members were consulted during the making of 'The Iron Claw,' learning of the project only through social media.