The Iron Claw cast features Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White and Harris Dickinson. This info article contains minor spoilers and cast/character summaries for Sean Durkin’s 2023 movie on HBO Max. Check out more streaming guides in Vague Visages’ Know the Cast category, and then browse complete soundtrack song listings in the Soundtracks of Cinema section.

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The Iron Claw chronicles the ups and downs of a Texas family. As Fritz Von Erich raises his sons to be elite professional athletes, they collectively become central figures in the world of professional wrestling. The narrative follows the main protagonists as they deal with a series of tragic events. Here’s every actor and character in The Iron Claw.

Read More at VV — Know the Cast & Characters: ‘Reality’

The Iron Claw Cast: Zac Efron as Kevin Von Erich

Character Profile: A professional wrestler from Texas. He muses about his “cursed” family. Kevin tries to keep moving forward with his career after the deaths of several siblings.

Efron’s Resume: Troy Bolton in High School Musical (2006), Link Larkin in Hairspray (2007), Mike O’Donnell in 17 Again (2009), Logan in The Lucky One (2012), Ted Bundy in Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile (2019)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast: ‘The Regime’

The Iron Claw Cast: Jeremy Allen White as Kerry Von Erich

Character Profile: Kevin’s brother. He is a former linebacker who misses out on an Olympic opportunity. Kerry struggles with mental health issues after the deaths of numerous siblings.

White’s Resume: Kevin in Movie 43 (2013), Lip Gallagher in Shameless (2011-21), Bobby in Bad Turn Worse (2013), Joseph Shrier in Homecoming (2018), Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto in The Bear (2022-)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast: ‘True Detective’

The Iron Claw Cast: Harris Dickinson as David Von Erich

Character Profile: Kevin’s brother. He impresses his father with his in-ring microphone skills. David becomes “the chosen one” before making a fateful trip to Japan.

Dickinson’s Resume: Frankie in Beach Rats (2017), J. Paul Getty III in Trust (2018), Conrad Oxford in The King’s Man(2021), Carl in Triangle of Sadness (2022), Bill in A Murder at the End of the World (2023)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast & Characters: ‘Somebody Somewhere’

The Iron Claw Cast: Lily James as Pam Adkisson

Character Profile: Kevin’s love interest. She is a curious woman who wants to be a veterinarian. Pam ultimately marries Kevin and provides emotional support during a difficult period in his life.

James’ Resume: Lady Rose MacClare in Downton Abbey (2012-15), Cinderella in Cinderella (2015), Elizabeth Bennet in Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2016), Debora in Baby Driver (2017), Pamela Anderson in Pam & Tommy (2022)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast & Characters: ‘Succession’

The Iron Claw Cast: Holt McCallany as Fritz Von Erich

Character Profile: Kevin’s father. He is former professional wrestler and a classically trained clarinet player. Fritz uses a ranking system to motivate his sons.

McCallany’s Resume: The Mechanic in Fight Club (1999), Wade in The Losers (2010), Patrick Leary in Lights Out (2011), Robert McCoy in Blue Bloods (2014-15), Bill Tench in Mindhunter (2017-19)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast & Characters: ‘The Last of Us’

The Iron Claw Cast: Maura Tierney as Doris Von Erich

Character Profile: Fritz’s wife. She is a religious who supports her sons. Doris struggles emotionally after a series of tragic deaths.

Tierney’s Resume: Audrey Reede in Liar Liar (1997), Abby Lockhart in ER (1999-2009), Rachel Clement in Insomnia (2002), Helen Solloway in The Affair (2014-19), Grace Poe in American Rust (2021-)

Read More at VV — Know the Cast & Characters: ‘House of the Dragon’

The Iron Claw cast also includes:

• Stanley Simons as Mike Von Erich
• Michael J. Harney as Bill Mercer
• Maxwell Friedman as Lance Von Erich
• Brady Pierce as Michael Hayes
• Aaron Dean Eisenberg as Ric Flair
• Kevin Anton as Harley Race
• Cazzey Louis Cereghino as Bruiser Brody
• Chavo Guerrero Jr. as The Sheik
• Ryan Nemeth as Gino Hernandez
• Scott Innes as Ring Announcer

Q.V. Hough (@QVHough) is Vague Visages’ founding editor.