NWA Starrcade 1984 Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for NWA Starrcade 1984.
NWA Starrcade 1984 Ending Explained: One million dollars is on the line as NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair takes on Dusty Rhodes with legendary boxing champion Smokin' Joe Frazier as special guest referee. Directed by Virgil Runnels, this 1984 action film stars Ric Flair (Ric Flair), alongside Virgil Runnels as Dusty Rhodes, Joe Frazier as "Smokin" Joe Frazier (Referee/Ringside Judge), Tully Blanchard as Tully Blanchard. With a 6.8/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of NWA Starrcade 1984?
One million dollars is on the line as NWA World Heavyweight Champion Ric Flair takes on Dusty Rhodes with legendary boxing champion Smokin' Joe Frazier as special guest referee. Tully Blanchard faces Ricky Steamboat for NWA World Television Championship. Jimmy Valiant takes on Paul Jones in a Loser Leaves Town Tuxedo Match and much more.
Virgil Runnels's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Ric Flair (Ric Flair)'s journey. Tully Blanchard faces Ricky Steamboat for NWA World Television Championship.
How Does Ric Flair (Ric Flair)'s Story End?
- Ric Flair: Ric Flair's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Virgil Runnels (Dusty Rhodes): Virgil Runnels's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Joe Frazier ("Smokin" Joe Frazier (Referee/Ringside Judge)): Joe Frazier's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of NWA Starrcade 1984 Mean?
NWA Starrcade 1984's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Ric Flair may feel rushed. Virgil Runnels's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.