TV series
The Biggest Stories in Wrestling’s Darkest Secrets.
Finding truth at the intersection of fantasy and reality in the veiled world of professional wrestling.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Dark Side of the Ring is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Philo, Spectrum On Demand, Hoopla, and Tubi in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Finding truth at the intersection of fantasy and reality in the veiled world of professional wrestling.
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Episode 1
From the first terrifying fall off the cage to the impact he still feels today, Mick Foley relives one of wrestling’s most iconic matches, Hell in a Cell ‘98 moment by moment.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Jim Cornette, Mick Foley, Jim Ross, Mark Calaway, Floyd Brisco, Colette Foley, Noelle Foley
Episode 2
A Finnish wrestling bad guy turned real-life racist politician, Tony Halme’s time in the WWF as Ludvig Borga is only the start of his chaotic and destructive life.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Tony Halme
Episode 3
With an iconic look and skills few of his size could match, Big Van Vader stood out as a wrestling monster but controlling his anger became a bigger battle in and out of the ring.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Leon White
Episode 4
With the physique of an Adonis and endless charisma, Tony Atlas made his mark as one of wrestling’s first Black stars but racism, addiction and ego kept Mr. USA from the top.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Anthony White
Episode 5
Often imitated, never duplicated, Superstar Billy Graham broke the mold for what a wrestler could be but steroid abuse and battles with the McMahons kept Graham from the spotlight.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Billy Graham
Episode 6
Skilled as a performer in the ring and as a booker, who created storylines behind the scenes. ‘Hot Stuff’ Eddie Gilbert was a ticking timebomb of talent and self-destruction.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Eddie Gilbert
Episode 7
An 80’s wrestling star, Billy Jack Haynes’ life of violence and mystery has led to his current situation—behind bars and charged with the second degree murder of his wife.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Billy Haynes
Episode 8
One of the most hated heels in wrestling history; The Sheik, whose violent career spanned 50 years is revealed by his family and the few who survived his hardcore bloodbaths.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Jim Cornette, Rob Szatkowski, Terry Brunk, Larry Shreve, Dory Funk Jr., Ed Farhat, Shohei Baba
Episode 9
With her piercing scream, Shannon Spruill became a cult star as Daffney in the squared circle. Outside the ring, Daffney fought a much more punishing battle with bipolar disorder.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Mick Foley, Shannon Spruill, Christopher Ford, Lexie Fyfe, Amanda Carolina Rodriguez, Shantelle Malawski, Mason Caleb Burnett
Episode 10
Just three years post-9/11, Marc Copani sees the highs and lows of wrestling when he’s given the chance to portray Muhammad Hassan, a villainous Arab-American character for the WWE.
Directed by Stuart StoneGuest stars Jim Cornette, Mark Copani, Chris Mordetzky, Maven Huffman, Dara Daivari, Gene Snitsky, Michael Hickenbottom, Hulk Hogan
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Wayne KeownNarrator (voice)
Christopher Keith IrvineNarrator (voice)
Kevin Von Erich
Kevin Sullivan
Dean Simon
Vickie Guerrero
Chris Benoit
Nancy Toffoloni
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