Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White suit up as they lead the all-star attendees at The Iron Claw premiere in Los Angeles
Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White joined forces for the all-star premiere of their upcoming biopic, The Iron Claw.
The handsome leads were pictured on the red carpet at the DGA Theater Complex in Los Angeles on Monday night.
The Iron Claw is a drama based on the Von Erich family, who created a dynasty that had a huge impact on wrestling in their heyday in the 1980s, until tragedy struck again and again.
The Von Erich brothers are played by Efron, Allen, Harris Dickinson and Stanley Simons.
Efron got ready for his red carpet moment in a sleek gray suit paired with a button-down sweater and shiny leather shoes.
Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White joined forces for the all-star premiere of their upcoming biopic, The Iron Claw
Efron posed with many on the red carpet, including the real Kevin Von Erich, Von Erich's last surviving brother who also plays the High School Musical star.
Jeremy, who plays Kerry Von Erich, is freshened up in a black pinstripe suit paired with a light gray button-up. He wore a white shirt under his neat top.
John Cena and his wife Shay Shariatzadeh arrived at the A-list event in style.
John looked dashing in a bright blue suit with a shiny tie, while his wife stunned in a black dress with a leg slit.
The professional wrestler turned actor planted a playful kiss on his wife's cheek as they posed for cameras.
John also shared a moment with Kevin Von Erich, seemingly introducing himself to him as they shared a handshake on the red carpet.
Pro wrestler Lacey Von Erich, daughter of Kerry Von Erich, was also in attendance.
She posed with her family, Efron, and The Iron Claw director Sean Durkin.
Efron sharpened up for his moment on the red carpet in a sharp gray suit, while White donned a black suit
Efron plays Kevin Von Erich in the upcoming biopic
The Bear star plays Kerry Von Erich
Efron posed with the real Kevin Von Erich
The Iron Claw is a drama based on the Von Erich family, who created a dynasty that had a huge impact on wrestling in their heyday in the 1960s, until tragedy struck again and again.
Efron recently confessed that the biggest injury he suffered on the set of The Iron Claw was his ego.
“It was the very first time I had to enter the Sportatorium in Kevin's full costume, which honestly was just a Speedo or suitcase,” the actor recalled at a press conference after the film's premiere in Dallas, Texas. '
“And everyone was there, there was a huge crowd and the lights were on. I remember thinking at that moment, how on earth did I get here? What is going on?'
As the crowd screamed and shouted, Efron recalled the thought going through his head at that moment: “This is Magic Mike,” referring to the 2012 film about male stripping.
Kevin posed with the Iron Claw team
John Cena and his wife Shay Shariatzadeh arrived at the A-list event in style
Cena gave his wife a playful hug
Cena and Efron shared the spotlight together
The San Luis Obispo, California, resident added, “In that moment, I was frozen in time and thought, this is it. This is the end. How did you get here? What choices have you made?'
The Baywatch alum would also reveal how his real-life character Von Erich motivated him to hit the gym and have fun to play the role.
“The physicality he brought to the ring every day was truly unique. It changed wrestling,” Efron said Entertainment tonight, before adding, “I knew this would be the hardest thing for me to master and get right.” So I put everything I had into it.”
The real Kevin Von Erich, now 66, complimented film consultant and stunt wrestling coordinator Chavo Guerrero at the press conference for “doing a great job of pushing them and getting them ready.” Because it was a lot harder than it looks and they did it so well.'
When asked what he thought about professional wrestling now that he had firsthand experience training and performing in the ring, Efron said he had “gained a tremendous respect for the athleticism that comes with it.”
The professional wrestler shook hands with Kevin Von Erich
The superstars all posed together
Pro wrestler Lacey Von Erich, daughter of Kerry Von Erich, was also in attendance
She was accompanied by her family
Aljamain Sterling and Rebecca Cruz got glamorous for their night in the spotlight
Erika Christensen was one of the big names in attendance
Lil Rel Howery and Dannella Lane enjoyed a night out
Chavo Guerrero, Jr. showed his support in style
Paul Walter Hauser and Amy Elizabeth Boland hit the red carpet
Announcer Bruce Buffer wore a smart suit for the occasion
Cazzy Cereghino and Clifton Collins Jr. posed on the red carpet
The Iron Claw will be released in theaters on December 22, 2023
“There's a level of dedication and a level of painful torture, just pure athleticism for the sake of athleticism,” he explained.
In an interview with TMZ last year, the real Kevin praised Zac, laughing: “I saw a picture of the guy – he looked great, man, I don't think I've ever looked that good!”
Kevin also spared a few warm words for Sean, adding, “I spoke to the director. He seemed like a really nice guy.”
Although he predicted that the film would be a “tough job” because of all the “information” and the long period of time that has to be crammed into the script, he was optimistic that “they're going to do a great job.”
The Iron Claw will be released in US theaters on December 22, 2023.