WWE Hall Of Famer ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper made a name for himself in WWE during the 80s and early 90s. He competed in memorable feuds and iconic matches and was beloved by fans. Now fans will see him on the big screen.
A biopic based on Piper is currently in the works as Kyle Newacheck recently revealed on the This Is Important Podcast. During the interview, also mentioned that he will be the director of the film.
Newacheck is known for being the producer, director, actor and writer on the popular ‘Workaholics.’ He also briefly mentioned The Rock’s company Seven Bucks Productions will be producing the film.
“The Rock’s company [Seven Bucks] is doing ‘Rowdy’ Roddy, I’m actually attached to it now. They came to me with the idea of doing a ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper project. It’s with The Rock’s company and also Jimmy Kimmel’s company. I am attached to direct it. They’re not looking for another director at this time because if, and when it gets made, I am the guy. We’re all about casting right now.”
Seven Bucks Productions is famous for producing several blockbuster films such as Jumanji, Baywatch, Skyscraper, Rampage, Fighting With My Family and Fast and Furious: Hobbs and Shaw and more.
