Since rising to prominence as one of AEW’s standout stars over the past five years, MJF has explored various opportunities outside of professional wrestling, with acting being a key focus alongside his in-ring career. He made his debut as Lance Von Erich in A24’s Iron Crow, although his role was cut from the theatrical version. He later played Gordy in Happy Gilmore 2 and is set to appear in the upcoming action-comedy Violent Night 2, alongside David Harbour. In a recent Mostly Sports interview, the AEW World Champion expressed his ambition to become one of the greatest wrestlers to transition into acting.
“I definitely want to keep progressing in my acting career. So far, I’ve been in three major films, increasing my dialogue and screen presence each time. My goal is to join the ranks of iconic wrestler-turned-actors like Batista,” MJF said. He noted his admiration for actors such as John Cena, The Rock, and Batista, and expressed interest in working with these stars. Additionally, he mentioned wanting to collaborate with A-list actor Timothée Chalamet, praising his talent and respect for the wrestling industry.
Fan Take: This news is exciting for AEW fans because it highlights MJF’s commitment to expanding his influence beyond wrestling, which could bring more mainstream attention to AEW. His potential crossover success could open doors for more wrestlers pursuing acting careers, elevating the sport’s profile in popular culture.
