Biography: WWE Legends
2021– · A&E · 120 min · 5 seasons
S05E04 · Legion of Doom
Mon, 18 May, 10:00 am
A chance opportunity led Joe Laurinaitis and Mike Hegstrand to become one of pro wrestling's most legendary tag teams, "The Road Warriors," later known as "Legion of Doom."
About
A&E Network and WWE Studios are giving fans an exclusive look behind the curtain in an all-new Sunday night programming partnership. With unprecedented access to WWE's archive, the ten-week programming block features eight original two-hour documentaries under the award-winning "Biography" banner showcasing the stories behind some of the most memorable WWE Superstars of all time including "Stone Cold" Steve Austin®, "Macho Man" Randy Savage®, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper™, Booker T®, Shawn Michaels®, Bret Hart, Mick Foley and Ultimate Warrior. The new "Biography" specials are helmed by some of the industry's top directors and storytellers to chronicle the success of these WWE Legends and their lasting mark on both sports entertainment and popular culture.
Episodes
- E01
Curse of the Von Erichs - Part 1
Mon, 27 Apr· 121 minThe Von Erichs were professional wrestling royalty--crowned with extraordinary success and haunted by unimaginable tragedy. Under the iron will of patriarch Fritz Von Erich, brothers Kevin, David, and Kerry became the most electrifying trio in America, drawing record crowds and inspiring a generation of fans. But as their fame soared, devastating tragedy struck--first with David's sudden death at 25, then more heartbreak to follow--turning one of wrestling's greatest success stories into one of its most haunting legacies.
- E02
Curse of the Von Erichs - Part 2
Mon, 4 May· 121 minThe story of the Von Erichs enters its most devastating chapter. At the height of their success, brother Mike is struck by rare toxic shock syndrome. As the family struggles to recover, Kerry survives a horrific motorcycle crash that costs him his foot.
- E03
The Four Horsemen
Mon, 11 May· 121 minRic Flair, Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard and Ole Anderson were four of the greatest performers in the ring, and with their cocky and arrogant attitude they revolutionized wrestling.
- E04
Legion of Doom
Mon, 18 May· 121 minA chance opportunity led Joe Laurinaitis and Mike Hegstrand to become one of pro wrestling's most legendary tag teams, "The Road Warriors," later known as "Legion of Doom."