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"Wrestling with Trump" is the brainchild of comedian and influencer Munya Chawawa who says, "At every moment of every day, we know what he's doing, but so often - we're left asking why. My theory is: wrestling - as in 'sweaty men in tiny hotpants' wrestling"...
Read on for how to watch "Wrestling with Trump" from anywhere with a VPN – and potentially for FREE.
► U.K. date and time: "Wrestling with Trump" premieres in the U.K. on Channel 4 on Tuesday, May 12 at 10 p.m. GMT (5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT).
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It’s a novel theory, but once you’ve heard Chawawa explain the connections he sees between the staged spectacle of professional American wrestling and the combative media style of a president known for attacking “fake news,” you may understand his argument.
Chawawa also suggests there may be some overlap between audiences drawn to professional wrestling and supporters of President Trump, particularly in parts of the American heartland. He explores whether that perceived connection reflects a broader appetite for spectacle, performance and heightened conflict. Only one way to find out.
Read on for where to watch "Wrestling with Trump" online and from anywhere.
How to watch 'Wrestling with Trump' in the U.K. for FREE
In the U.K., "Wrestling with Trump" premieres on Channel 4 on Tuesday, May 12 at 10 p.m. GMT.
Channel 4 is a free streaming service that is available to those in the U.K. with a TV license.
What if you are a Brit abroad and don't want to miss the show? Don't worry — you can watch it via a VPN instead. We'll show you how to do that below...
Watch 'Wrestling with Trump' from abroad
If you are a Brit abroad and want to watch "Wrestling with Trump", a VPN (Virtual Private Network) might be the answer to your prayers.
The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are, making it ideal for anybody away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.S. and want to view a U.K. service, you'd select U.K. from the list.
3. Sit back and watch. Head to Channel 4 to watch "Wrestling with Trump" online.
Can I watch 'Wrestling with Trump' in the U.S.?
As yet, "Wrestling with Trump" has not been picked up by any U.S. platform but that is likely to change and when it does you will read about it here first.
But don't panic, if you in the States for work or on vacation. You can watch the show via your usual domestic streaming services by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'Wrestling with Trump' in Canada?
As with the U.S., no Canadian network has announced plans to pick up "Wrestling with Trump". And again, if that changes you'll find details here first.
However, if you are a Brit on holiday in Canada, you can still catch the show on Channel 4 by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'Wrestling with Trump' in Australia?
Unfortunately, there is no confirmed release date for "Wrestling with Trump" in Australia as yet but that could change. We'll be first with the details here.
Meanwhile, if you are a Brit Down Under for work or vacation, you can still watch the show for FREE on Channel 4 by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'Wrestling with Trump' in New Zealand?
"Wrestling with Trump" has no release date in New Zealand right now but if that changes we'll tell you about it here.
However, if you are traveling away from the U.K. for whatever reason, you can still watch the show for free on Channel 4 by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
'Wrestling with Trump' - Contributors
Munya Chawawa - Presenter
Brutus Beefcake - WWF legend
‘Handsome’ Beau James - Independent wrestler
Marc Copani - aka retired WWE wrestler "Muhammad Hassan"
Sam Nunberg - Former political campaign adviser
'Wrestling with Trump' FAQ
What else has Munya Chawawa said about his show?
“This documentary was the ultimate bittersweet adventure that interprets one of the most contentious men on the planet, through the lens of my fondest childhood nostalgia. It's equal parts crushing and compelling, to know the bodyslams and bombastic smack talk we all enjoyed growing up, may have actually been creating a strategic blueprint for the President of the United States. You have to see it to believe it.”
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