

Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron'
A documentary on the making of "Pumping Iron" to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Aired on Cinemax.
Where to watch Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' in United States
No streaming info for your region.
Click a service to open Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
About Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron'
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' is a 2002 English-language documentary and tv movie film directed by Scott McVeigh and Dave McVeigh. The cast is led by Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mike Katz, Lou Ferrigno. It has a runtime of 0h 42m.
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' was produced in United States of America. It was released on January 1, 2002, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Scott McVeigh, Dave McVeigh
- Release date
- January 1, 2002
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' cast & crew
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' was directed by Scott McVeigh and Dave McVeigh.
The cast features Arnold Schwarzenegger as Self, Mike Katz as Self - Mr. World 1973, Lou Ferrigno as Self - Mr. Universe 1974, Franco Columbu as Self - Mr. Olympia 1981, George Butler as Self - Director, and Joe Weider as Self - Bodybuilding Publisher.
Is Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' worth watching?
At 0h 42m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary and tv movie, Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron'
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' isn't currently available on major streaming services in United States. We track availability continuously — add it to your watchlist and we'll keep an eye out.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
Rate & review
Your rating and review are saved privately in this browser — no account needed.
Cast of Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron'

Arnold Schwarzenegger
Self
Mike Katz
Self - Mr. World 1973

Lou Ferrigno
Self - Mr. Universe 1974

Franco Columbu
Self - Mr. Olympia 1981

George Butler
Self - Director
Joe Weider
Self - Bodybuilding Publisher
Bill Grant
Self - Mr. America 1971
Ken Waller
Self - Mr. Universe 1975

Reg Park
Self - Friend and mentor
Ed Corney
Self
Matty Ferrigno
Self (archive footage)

Liev Schreiber
Self - Narrator (voice)
More from the Pumping Iron Collection
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' in United States?
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' in?
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron'?
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' runs 0 hours 42 minutes (42 minutes).
▸What is Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' rated?
Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' is rated PG. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 22 ratings.













