The Jerk
"A rags to riches to rags story."
Originally released in 1979. The Jerk is a comedy film. directed by Carl Reiner.
Starring Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, and Catlin Adams
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (871 votes)
Budget
$4M
Production budget
Box Office
$100M
25.0x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Revenue
- $100,000,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Aspen Film Society
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Jerk about?
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 slaphap...
Who directed The Jerk?
The Jerk was directed by Carl Reiner.
How long is The Jerk?
The Jerk has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The Jerk released?
The Jerk was released on December 14, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Jerk?
The main cast of The Jerk includes Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, Catlin Adams, Mabel King, Richard Ward.
Is The Jerk worth watching?
The Jerk has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 871 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.