Watch the Lights
“A NORTH Wrestling Film”
Synopsis
Directed by North East filmmaker Alex Ayre, this gripping behind-the-scenes journey follows NORTH Wrestling through the summer of 2023, leading up to its most ambitious event yet—Thunderstruck. Equal parts thrilling, humorous, and heartfelt, the film showcases the passion and dedication that go into staging a professional wrestling event. "Watch The Lights" has cemented itself as a standout celebration of independent wrestling and filmmaking, earning a Royal Television Society Regional Award nomination. The Film Magazine hails it as "...a must-watch documentary." For newcomers, it offers a fascinating introduction to the artistry of wrestling, while die-hard fans will gain deeper insight into the NORTH Wrestling community—both in and out of the ring.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
WATCH THE LIGHTS: A NORTH Wrestling Film [ Full Trailer ]
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-21
Top Cast
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Leon Slater
Self
Liam Slater
Self
Andrew Bowers
Self
Rory Coyle
Self
Tom Campbell
Self
LeeAnn Adele Austin
Self
Oliver Biney
Self
Tasman Bartlett-Masina
Self
Dereiss Gordon
Self
HT Drake
Self
Lizzy Evans
Self
David Heath
Self
Joseph Hendry
Self
Joseph Janela
Self
Scott Garland
Self
Amir Jordan
Self
Allison Woodard
Self
Gabriel McMenamin
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
Premiered at the Tyneside Cinema
Festival / Special Debut
February 28, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Ayre
- Original Title
- Watch the Lights
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Ayre
Alex Ayre
Andrew Bowers
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Ayre
Director
Andrew Bowers
Producer
Alex Ayre
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Watch the Lights.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Watch the Lights
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What is Watch the Lights about?
Directed by North East filmmaker Alex Ayre, this gripping behind-the-scenes journey follows NORTH Wrestling through the summer of 2023, leading up to its most ambitious event yet—Thunderstruck. Equal parts thrilling, humorous, and heartfelt, the film showcases the passion and dedication that go into staging a professional wrestling event. "Watch The Lights" has cemented itself as a standout celebration of independent wrestling and filmmaking, earning a Royal Television Society Regional Award nomination. The Film Magazine hails it as "...a must-watch documentary." For newcomers, it offers a fascinating introduction to the artistry of wrestling, while die-hard fans will gain deeper insight into the NORTH Wrestling community—both in and out of the ring.
Who directed Watch the Lights?
Watch the Lights was directed by Alex Ayre.
Who stars in Watch the Lights?
The principal cast of Watch the Lights includes Leon Slater, Liam Slater, Andrew Bowers, Rory Coyle, Tom Campbell.
When was Watch the Lights released and how long is it?
Watch the Lights was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.