Dark Side of the Ring

Season 6

TV-14

From backstage controversies to mysterious deaths and unsolved homicides, this series explores the darkest stories from the golden age of professional wrestling, and tries to find truth at the intersection of fantasy and reality.

Where to Watch Season 6

10 Episodes

Mick Foley: Hell in a Cell
E1
Mick Foley: Hell in a CellFrom the first terrifying fall off the cage to the impact he still feels today, Mick Foley relives one of wrestling’s most iconic matches, Hell in a Cell ‘98 moment by moment.
Ludvig Borga: Hellraiser from Helsinki
E2
Ludvig Borga: Hellraiser from HelsinkiA Finnish wrestling bad guy turned real-life racist politician, Tony Halme’s time in the WWF as Ludvig Borga is only the start of his chaotic and destructive life.
Big Van Vader
E3
Big Van VaderWith an iconic look and skills few of his size could match, Big Van Vader stood out as a wrestling monster but controlling his anger became a bigger battle in and out of the ring.
Tony Atlas: Too Much, Too Soon
E4
Tony Atlas: Too Much, Too SoonWith the physique of an Adonis and endless charisma, Tony Atlas made his mark as one of wrestling’s first Black stars but racism, addiction and ego kept Mr. USA from the top.
The Original "Superstar": Billy Graham
E5
The Original "Superstar": Billy GrahamOften imitated, never duplicated, Superstar Billy Graham broke the mold for what a wrestler could be but steroid abuse and battles with the McMahons kept Graham from the spotlight.
“Hot Stuff” Eddie Gilbert
E6
“Hot Stuff” Eddie GilbertSkilled as a performer in the ring and as a booker, who created storylines behind the scenes. ‘Hot Stuff’ Eddie Gilbert was a ticking timebomb of talent and self-destruction.
Truth, Lies and Billy Jack Haynes
E7
Truth, Lies and Billy Jack HaynesAn 80’s wrestling star, Billy Jack Haynes’ life of violence and mystery has led to his current situation—behind bars and charged with the second degree murder of his wife.
Blood, Fire and the Original Sheik
E8
Blood, Fire and the Original SheikOne of the most hated heels in wrestling history; The Sheik, whose violent career spanned 50 years is revealed by his family and the few who survived his hardcore bloodbaths.
The Scream Queen: Daffney
E9
The Scream Queen: DaffneyWith her piercing scream, Shannon Spruill became a cult star as Daffney in the squared circle. Outside the ring, Daffney fought a much more punishing battle with bipolar disorder.
Becoming Muhammad Hassan
E10
Becoming Muhammad HassanJust three years post-9/11, Marc Copani sees the highs and lows of wrestling when he’s given the chance to portray Muhammad Hassan, a villainous Arab-American character for the WWE.