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Pumping Iron

January 18, 1977 1h 26m 7.1/10 (506 votes)

Originally released in 1977. Pumping Iron is a documentary film. directed by George Butler. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, and Mike Katz

Synopsis

Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests as five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger defends his Mr. Olympia title against Serge Nubret and the shy young Lou Ferrigno.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 18, 1977 49 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (506 votes)
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Budget $1M Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,000,000

Production Companies

  • White Mountain Films
  • Rollie Robinson

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pumping Iron about?

Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests as five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger defends his Mr. Olympia title against Serge Nubret and t...

Who directed Pumping Iron?

Pumping Iron was directed by George Butler.

How long is Pumping Iron?

Pumping Iron has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was Pumping Iron released?

Pumping Iron was released on January 18, 1977 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Pumping Iron?

The main cast of Pumping Iron includes Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, Mike Katz, Serge Nubret, Franco Columbu.

Is Pumping Iron worth watching?

Pumping Iron has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 506 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.