Johnnie Mae Young
ActingAbout Johnnie Mae Young
Johnnie Mae Young was an American professional wrestler. She wrestled throughout the United States and Canada and won multiple titles in the National Wrestling Alliance. Young is considered one of the pioneers in women's wrestling as she helped to increase the popularity of the sport throughout the 1940s and during World War II. In 1954, she and Mildred Burke were among the first female competitors to tour post-war Japan. Beginning in 1999, Young had a high-profile "second career" in the World Wrestling Federation. Young was part of a recurring comedic duo with best friend The Fabulous Moolah in appearances on WWE televised events. Young is also remembered for taking bumps well past the age of 80 on televised programming. In 2004, she was inducted into the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum as part of their "Lady Wrestler" category. On March 29, 2008, Young was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. In 2017, the Mae Young Classic tournament was introduced by WWE in her memory.
Johnnie Mae Young Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Johnnie Mae Young reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Johnnie Mae Young's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 79% of Johnnie Mae Young's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Then, Now, Forever: The Evolution of WWE’s Women’s Division, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Johnnie Mae Young Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Johnnie Mae Young's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Johnnie Mae Young has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Then, Now, Forever: The Evolution of WWE’s Women’s Division | Self (as Mae Young) (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | WWE: Attitude Era: Vol. 2 | Herself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | WWE: OMG! The Top 50 Incidents in WWE History | Mae | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | WWE WrestleMania XXV | Mae Young (Timekeeper) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | WWE Hall of Fame 2008 | Herself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Lipstick & Dynamite | Herself | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | WWE WrestleMania XX | Mae Young | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | WWE Divas: Undressed | Mae Young | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE Insurrextion 2000 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE WrestleMania 2000 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE No Way Out 2000 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | WWE Royal Rumble 2000 | Mae Young | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | WWE Survivor Series 1999 | Mae Young | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | WWE No Mercy 1999 | Mae Young (Ringside) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Johnnie Mae Young - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Johnnie Mae Young?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Johnnie Mae Young is "Then, Now, Forever: The Evolution of WWE’s Women’s Division" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Johnnie Mae Young acted in?
Johnnie Mae Young has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Johnnie Mae Young?
Other notable films include "WWE: Attitude Era: Vol. 2", "WWE Hall of Fame 2008", and "WWE Survivor Series 1999".