The WWE Turned Actors, Ranked

For decades, WWE superstars have made the jump from the ring to the screen, often carrying their larger-than-life personas with them. Some leaned entirely on charisma, others surprised audiences by actually learning how to act once the punches stopped being choreographed. While plenty of wrestlers have appeared in movies, only a handful managed to build real acting careers beyond novelty casting. This ranking isn’t about box office numbers or franchise dominance—it’s about performance, range, and whether these former WWE stars proved they could hold their own without a championship belt. From genuine character actors to stars who still rely on sheer presence, here’s how they stack up.

The clear standout, with real range shown in Guardians of the Galaxy, Blade Runner 2049, and Dune.

Dave Bautista

Evolved from broad comedy into genuinely strong work, especially in Peacemaker.

John Cena

Endlessly charismatic, even if he often plays variations of himself.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson

A cult icon thanks to his raw, unforgettable performance in They Live.

Roddy Piper

Limited range, but memorable in ensemble action films like Predator.

Jesse “The Body” Ventura

Iconic presence, though his roles leaned heavily on exaggeration.

Hulk Hogan

Best when leaning into self-awareness, especially in Magic Mike.

Kevin Nash

Comfortable on screen, usually cast to project authority.

Triple H

Charismatic, but rarely pushed beyond straightforward genre roles.

The Miz

Strong presence, though depth was never the focus.

Stone Cold Steve Austin

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