NWA Starrcade 1983

Starrcade 1983, held on November 24, 1983, was the inaugural event in the Starrcade series, presented by Jim Crockett Promotions. The main event featured Ric Flair defending the NWA World Heavyweight Championship against Harley Race. The show also included a variety of other professional wrestling matches and segments showcasing the NWA's talent.

As a live professional wrestling event, Starrcade 1983 was primarily judged by its in-ring performances and the crowd's reaction. The event is historically significant as the beginning of a major wrestling pay-per-view tradition. While not subject to traditional film criticism, it was well-received by wrestling fans at the time for its main event and overall presentation.

• The main event between Flair and Race was a classic, defining the NWA World Championship match.

• The inaugural Starrcade established itself as a major event for professional wrestling.

• The undercard featured solid matches that contributed to a strong overall show.

Google audience: Audience reception for NWA Starrcade 1983, as a live professional wrestling event, was primarily positive among fans of the NWA and its performers. The event is fondly remembered for its significant matches and its role in establishing a premier annual wrestling spectacular.

None notable (as a live event, not a film)

Starrcade 1983 was the first professional wrestling event to be marketed as a 'pay-per-view' event, setting a precedent for future wrestling shows.