Hulk Hogan's 1980s Fame Tied to Toxic Jingoism and a 44-Second Movie Role

Hulk Hogan's peak in the 1980s was marked by his association with Reagan-era jingoism, embodying patriotism and nationalism during that time. Despite his popularity, Hogan's most notable film role was just 44 seconds long in the 1994 movie Gremlins 2. The film's script was rewritten to stop production after a scene became too chaotic due to the monsters' actions. This unusual behind-the-scenes twist adds an interesting layer of complexity to the iconic wrestling figure's cinematic appearances.