The Jerk
A rags to riches to rags story.
After discovering he's not really black like the rest of his family, likable dimwit Navin Johnson sets off on a hilarious misadventure that takes him from rags to riches and back again. The slaphappy jerk strikes it rich, but life in the fast lane isn't all it's cracked up to be and, in the end, all that really matters to Johnson is his true love.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Jerk
- Genres: Comedy
- Release Date: 1979-12-14
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 6.902/10 (830 votes)
- Budget: $4,000,000
- Revenue: $100,000,000
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Aspen Film Society
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.1278
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Steve Martin
as Navin R. Johnson
Bernadette Peters
as Marie Kimble Johnson
Catlin Adams
as Patty Bernstein
Mabel King
as Mother
Richard Ward
as Father
Carl Gottlieb
as Iron Balls McGinty
Dick Anthony Williams
as Taj
Bill Macy
as Stan Fox
M. Emmet Walsh
as Madman
Dick O'Neill
as Frosty
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Trailers & Clips
The Gas Station - Full Scene
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Jerk?▼
The Jerk is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1979-12-14.
Who are the main actors in The Jerk?▼
The main cast includes Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, Catlin Adams, Mabel King, Richard Ward, .
Where can I watch The Jerk online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Jerk is available.
Is The Jerk based on a true story?▼
A rags to riches to rags story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Jerk?▼
The Jerk has an IMDb rating of 6.902/10 based on 830 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Jerk?▼
The movie had a production budget of $4,000,000 and earned $100,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Jerk?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures, Aspen Film Society. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Jerk filmed?▼
The Jerk was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Jerk?▼
The total runtime of The Jerk is 94 minutes.
Is The Jerk suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Jerk?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Jerk.
Does The Jerk have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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