Jeremy Allen White, who is famous for his role as Lip Gallagher in Shameless, plays the role of David Von Erich, the third son of Fritz Von Erich and the most promising wrestler of the family.
David was considered to be the heir apparent of the Von Erich dynasty, but he died unexpectedly in Japan in 1984, at the age of 25. His death was a huge shock to the wrestling industry and the fans, and sparked many rumors and speculations about the cause of his death.
Harris Dickinson, who starred in Beach Rats, Trust, and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil, plays the role of Kerry Von Erich, the fourth son of Fritz Von Erich and the most popular wrestler of the family. Kerry was known for his good looks, charisma, and athletic ability. He won several championships and accolades, including the NWA World Heavyweight Championship.
He also had a brief stint in WWE, where he was known as The Texas Tornado. However, he also struggled with drug addiction, depression, and personal problems. He lost his right foot in a motorcycle accident in 1986, but continued to wrestle with a prosthetic foot. He committed suicide in 1993, at the age of 33.
Holt McCallany, who is known for his roles in Mindhunter, Fight Club, and The Losers, plays the role of Fritz Von Erich, the father of the Von Erich brothers and the founder of the World Class Championship Wrestling promotion. Fritz was a successful wrestler and promoter, who created the iconic move “The Iron Claw”, which he passed on to his sons.
He was also a strict and demanding father, who pushed his sons to follow his footsteps and achieve greatness in the wrestling business. He had to endure the pain of losing five of his six sons, and died in 1997, at the age of 68.
Lily James, who is famous for her roles in Cinderella, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, and Yesterday, plays the role of Doris Adkisson, the wife of Fritz Von Erich and the mother of the Von Erich brothers.
Doris was a supportive and loving wife and mother, who stood by her husband and sons through their highs and lows. She also had to cope with the grief and trauma of losing her children, and tried to keep the family together.
