Ed Farhat
Acting
Biography
Edward George Farhat was an American professional wrestler best known by his ring name The Sheik. He is also one of the originators of what became the hardcore wrestling style, as the promoter of Big Time Wrestling, and the uncle of ECW wrestler Sabu. Farhat promoted his shows at Cobo Hall in Detroit and was the booker for Frank Tunney's shows at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto from 1971 to 1977.
Known For
Finding truth at the intersection of fantasy and reality in the veiled world of professional wrestling.
Dark Side of the Ring
Pro-wrestling action and entertainment from Southern California.
Championship Wrestling from Hollywood
The Giant battles Hulk Hogan for the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. "Macho Man" Randy Savage takes on Lex Luger. Sting & Ric Flair face Brian Pillman & Arn Anderson. Plus, Sabu, Lex Luger, and more.
WCW Halloween Havoc 1995
The class of 2007 takes their rightful place in the Hall of Fame, during Wrestlemania 23 weekend. Inductees include Nick Bockwinkel, The Wild Samoans, The Sheik, Mr. Fuji, Jim Ross, Jerry Lawler, Mr. Perfect, and Dusty Rhodes.
WWE Hall of Fame 2007
A "documentary" showcasing the Detroit professional wrestling scene of the 1970s. The story centers around a campaign to ban the Sheik.
I Like To Hurt People
Terry Funk puts the ECW Heavyweight Championship on the line against Shane Douglas and Sabu in a legendary 3-Way Dance. There are no rules when The Public Enemy takes on The Bruise Brothers. The Sandman and "The Ironman" Tommy Cairo battle Rockin' Rebel and The Pitbull in a Double Dog Collar Chain Tag Team Match. Plus, Kevin Sullivan, 911, and many more are in action!
ECW The Night The Line Was Crossed 1994
The biggest superstars in professional wrestling collide at The Original Sports Bar in Philly!
TWA Autumn Armageddon '91
The Tri-State Wrestling Alliance presents it's second 'Winter Challenge' event in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania!
TWA Winter Challenge II
A documentary spanning the decades of wrestling in the metro Detroit area from the 1950s through today with interviews and segments with the legends and greats of yesterday, today and tomorrow.