David Adkisson
Biography: David Alan Adkisson was an American professional wrestler, better known by the ring name David Von Erich. A member of the Von Erich Family, Von Erich is best known for his appearances with World Class Championship Wrestling, the Dallas, Texas-based professional wrestling promotion owned by his father, Fritz Von Erich. Von Erich was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: July 22, 1958
Deathday: February 10, 1984
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WCCW Christmas Star Wars '83
1983-12-25
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '83
Overview: The most wonderful time of the year sees some intense action inside the squared circle in The Lone Star State.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-12-25
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Heroes of World Class
2006-12-26
Heroes of World Class
Overview: In 1983 World Class Championship Wrestling and its franchise stars, the Von Erich brothers, were known around the world. A small Dallas based promotion running out of a shack of a venue, the Sportatorium, World Class was one of the most syndicated television programs in America, making the Von Erichs household names. Run by legendary wrestler Fritz Von Erich, a.k.a. Jack Adkinsson, World Class made his oldest sons, Kevin, David and Kerry, three of hte biggest stars in the world of wrestling. Little did anyone know that just as the Von Erichs and World Class were reaching worldwide stardom they would begin a downfall that would cast a full eclipse on their meteoric rise to fame. Directed by Brian Harrison who, as a ten year old in 1983, watched on television as wrestling's world of staged combat between good and evil took a sharp turn into a surreal and tragic reality.
Genres: Action Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-12-26
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Faded Glory: The Von Erich Story
2000-03-26
Faded Glory: The Von Erich Story
Overview: This is the story of the ill-fated Von Erich family, almost all of whom died tragically before their time. Intercut with match and home video footage is an interview with Kevin Von Erich at his house, and an older interview with Fritz Von Erich.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-03-26
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The Triumph and Tragedy of World Class Championship Wrestling
2007-12-11
The Triumph and Tragedy of World Class Championship Wrestling
Overview: Documentary that chronicles the story of the Von Erich family, siblings and wrestlers who attained the heights of championship glory but who also struggled with despair, tragedy and suicide.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-12-11
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WCCW Star Wars (August 1982)
1982-08-15
WCCW Star Wars (August 1982)
Overview: It's Kerry Von Erich vs. Ric Flair with the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship on the line in a grueling best 2 of 3 falls contest!
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-08-15
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NWA Sam Muchnick Retirement Show
1982-01-01
NWA Sam Muchnick Retirement Show
Overview: Beloved promoter Sam Muchnick says farewell to the sport of kings in St. Louis with an All-Star card!
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-01-01
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WCCW Christmas Star Wars '82
1982-12-25
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '82
Overview: Kerry Von Erich faces Ric Flair in a bloody Steel Cage Match with Michael "P.S" Hayes as referee with the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship hanging in the balance!
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-12-25
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WCCW Fritz Von Erich Retirement Show
1982-06-04
WCCW Fritz Von Erich Retirement Show
Overview: The Texas Legend rides off into the sunset. but tries to take down a mountain of a man in Big Daddy Bundy and take his American Heavyweight Championship before the sun sets.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1982-06-04
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WCCW Star Wars (June 1983)
1983-06-17
WCCW Star Wars (June 1983)
Overview: Kevin Von Erich tangles with NWA World's Heavyweight Champion Harley Race with the 'Ten Pounds of Gold' up for grabs!
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-06-17
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WCCW Christmas Star Wars '81
1981-12-25
WCCW Christmas Star Wars '81
Overview: Christmas Day bring the action and excitement of World Class Championship Wrestling comes in the form of season's beatings when the Von Erich boys ride into town.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-12-25
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WCCW Star Wars (February 1981)
1981-02-22
WCCW Star Wars (February 1981)
Overview: Kerry Von Erich gets his shot at the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship. But to become a champion "The Modern-Day Warrior" will need to topple NWA kingpin Harley Race.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1981-02-22
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WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars '83
1983-11-24
WCCW Thanksgiving Star Wars '83
Overview: Kerry Von Erich and Michael Hayes clash in a steel cage in a loser leaves town match.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-11-24
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