WWE War to Settle the Score
The War to Settle The Score was a professional wrestling event (with only the last match was shown on MTV) produced by the World Wrestling Federation. It took place at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York on February 18, 1985. The main event featured Hulk Hogan defending the WWF Championship against Roddy Piper. Hogan retained the title after Piper got disqualified in the only match of the event that was shown on MTV.
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Plot Summary
This event is a landmark in professional wrestling history, primarily known for the high-profile clash between Hulk Hogan and "Magnificent" Muraco, with the Women's Championship on the line. The match was heavily influenced by the involvement of pop culture icons Cyndi Lauper and Mr. T, who managed their respective sides. The event was designed to draw mainstream attention to the burgeoning World Wrestling Federation (WWF).
Critical Reception
While not a traditional film or television show with critical reviews, 'War to Settle the Score' was a massive commercial success and a pivotal moment for the WWF, greatly expanding its audience. It is praised for its innovative crossover appeal into pop culture.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious crossover appeal, blending wrestling with mainstream pop music.
- Considered a key event in the popularization of professional wrestling in the 1980s.
- Remembered for the star power brought by Cyndi Lauper and Mr. T.
Google audience: As this was a live event, there isn't a typical user review summary. However, its historical significance is widely recognized among wrestling fans.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (as it was a live event, not a film for awards consideration, but instrumental in the WWF's rise)
Fun Fact
The event famously featured the first on-screen appearance of "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, who was managed by Cyndi Lauper.
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