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From headlining the weekly episodes of WWE Smackdown to switching careers as an actor to work with a plethora of renowned filmmakers, Dave Bautista’s acting career is worth admiration. Driven by nothing but passion and dedication for his work, his work ethic and professionalism have made him one of the biggest names in the sports industry as well as the movie industry. He is renowned for his role as Drax the Destroyer in the popular film series Marvel’sGuardians of the Galaxy.
However, theRoom 104actor has decided to part ways with his iconic role, as he is more inclined to improve his acting range. And it looks like Dave Bautista has found a new role alongside Jason Momoa in an action,The Wrecking Crew.The film isset to be directed by Ángel Manuel Soto, the director ofBlue Beetle.
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Dave Bautista And Jason Momoa Starrer Sets High Expectations Among Fans
The Wrecking Crewhas been written by Jonathan Topper, and its deal was done and sealed way before the WGA strike. Although the details of the plot are kept under wraps, it has been disclosed that the film is set to be directed by Ángel Manuel Soto. The director has a unique storytelling style and highlights unique characters, it can be seen in his other projects as well as his most recent project for DCEU’sBlue Beetlewas praised by the fans.
But what got the movie enthusiasts jumping with excitement is the stars who are being eyed to headline the action film. Prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike,Dave Bautistaand Jason Momoa were in talks to star in the film, but the deal came to a pause for an unspecified duration, and later it was learned that the duo set up the film in 2021. The project is undertaken by MGM Studios after they won a bidding war, and fans of Dave Bautista can not wait to see this buddy action film.
Buddy cop duo usually has one big guy one small guy, not two huge guys 😂😂 excited for it still.
— STOVENHEIM (@Poirier_Stephen)August 16, 2025
Another fan shares that they are excited to see Bautista and Momoa, two muscular guys working in the film.
Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa teaming up for ‘THE WRECKING CREW’—it’s like a collision of muscles and charisma, all in the name of buddy action and destruction!pic.twitter.com/beuxHcZ11x
— Gandalf 🛸 (@WeebAhmard)June 21, 2025
Another fan tweets that if these two actors are working together, then would definitely watch the film.
If these two are in a movie together, I’m going to be there
— Film Colossus (@FilmColossus)August 22, 2025
Another fan tweets that these actors would create a smash hit film that will break multiple box office records.
These 2 actors will definitely cause a blockbuster explosion for the drama 🤩🤩
— Hưng (KOL) (@trvanhung76301)August 07, 2025
Another fan worries that the stars are finalized for the film because it would be great to see two big names together.
I hope they don’t mess it up because this could be hillarious.
— Gnik Sivart (@GnikJSivart)July 25, 2025
Another fan shares their excitement, stating how Drax the Destroyer and Aquaman working together would be a great watch.
Drax and Aquaman teaming up! I’m down for it
— Race Wood (@TheRealRaceWood)August 22, 2025
While theMy Spyactor is a renowned actor in Hollywood, and he has worked with a plethora of filmmakers, adding some blockbuster movies to his name. However, before switching careers from wrestling to acting, his career almost went south had Triple H not helped him.
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Triple H Influenced Dave Bautista’s Career
Before becoming an A-list celebrity in Hollywood, Bautista was a wrestler in WWE. However, the company underwent some massive changes before he decided to switch careers from a wrestler to an actor. The changes included a plethora of things, and it included the promotion of Triple H from being the COO to CCO of WWE. During an interview, Dave Bautista praised his friend and how his wits helped him in shaping his career.
“I think this is the best thing for the company. It really is. It’s a personal thing with me because I know Triple H. I know how well he knows this business. I know how much he loves this business. As far as this business goes, he’s the smartest guy I’ve ever met in my life. He made me who I was. He was responsible for my career. I’ve never been ashamed to say that.”
Not only during this interview, the actor praised his friend, but also fans would see Bautista praising the CCO in his Instagram posts frequently calling him“mentor,”forever acknowledging the impact Triple H has made in his life and career.
The result date ofThe Wrecking Crewhas been kept under wraps.
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Source:The Wrap
Tushar Auddy
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Tushar Auddy is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, primarily covering WWE. He has contributed to anime, MCU, DCU, animation, and TV Series, giving sharp insights and coming up with his own unique theories, which take the fandom by storm.
