A new series focusing on the action of micro wrestling is coming to the Discovery Channel next month.
In a statement, Discovery confirmed plans for the new show ‘BIG LITTLE BRAWLERS’ with the following message:
(Burbank, CA) Full of heart, drama and high-flying micro wrestling, the six-part series “BIG LITTLE BRAWLERS” premieres Tuesday, January 9 at 10PM ET/PT on Discovery Channel. As they attempt to achieve their piece of the American Dream, a group of remarkable little people athletes with larger-than-life personalities are forced to overcome ego, injury, and the limitations imposed by society.
Set in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, “BIG LITTLE BRAWLERS” follows athletes in the Micro Wrestling Federation, one of the most successful little person wrestling leagues in the world. “Pinky Shortcake” and “Syko,” parents and wrestling partners, must navigate their relationship both in and out of the ring. The voice of micro wresting, “Ivar the Micro,” dreams of going from hype man to wrestler despite significant physical risk. Popular veteran “Lil’ Show” wrestles to support his wife and children but fears his best moments in the ring are behind him. And, the up-and-coming wrestler “Hot Rod” must prove his talent lives up to his ego. Despite internal dramas and frustrations, Micro Wresting Federation CEO Jack Darrell Hillegass encourages the group to work together as a family as they approach “MicroFest,” the biggest micro wresting event of the year.
“Alongside spectacular feats of athleticism, this Discovery series broadens the way we reveal compelling stories of remarkable people overcoming huge odds,” said Howard Lee, President of Discovery Networks and TLC.
Audiences can follow the conversation on social media with #BigLittleBrawlers and follow Discovery on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more updates.
Micro Wrestling
In 1997, WWE introduced its ‘mini’ division, with wrestlers from AAA including Max Mini, El Torito, Mascarita Sagrada, Mini Vader, and La Parkita. Eight years later, WWE SmackDown would briefly host the ‘juniors’ division, though the competitors in this division would often be portrayed as childlike due to their size. While WWE released the vast majority of the division in 2006, WWE kept Dylan Postl, who would become better known to fans as Hornswoggle.
Outside of WWE, several promotions have had their own divisions of little people. In 2009, Johnny ‘Attitude’ Greene debuted his Micro Championship Wrestling promotion, which featured promotional videos by Hulk Hogan.