Dwayne Johnson wrestling film to be made into stage musical
Fighting With My Family, released in 2019, starred Florence Pugh as a young wrestler making her name.
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Notable Quotes
"The story feels exceptionally well suited for the stage."
— Dwayne Johnson , Celebrity
"We want it to go way beyond that, adding that the subject matter lends itself well to the stage."
— Miranda Cooper , Celebrity
"When we were making the film, I always thought of it like a musical."
— Stephen Merchant , Celebrity
Key People
Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock, is a well-known wrestler and Hollywood actor.
Florence Pugh is an English actress known for her roles in films and her performance in 'Fighting With My Family'.
Jon Brittain is a writer known for his work in theater and adaptations.
Miranda Cooper is a songwriter known for her contributions to pop music, particularly with the group Xenomania.
Sam Hodges is a producer involved in the theater and musical industry.
Stephen Merchant is a British comedian, writer, and director, co-creator of The Office.
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Fighting With My Family, released in 2019, starred Florence Pugh as a young wrestler making her name.
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