The Jerk (1979)
- Dec 13, 1979
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 19
R | 1h 34min | 8/10 | Comedy, Satire
Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian)
STORYLINE
The Jerk (1979) is a comedy classic that follows the misadventures of Navin R. Johnson, played by Steve Martin. Navin is a clueless and naive man who discovers that he was adopted by a poor black family in Mississippi. Determined to find his place in the world, he sets out on a journey filled with ridiculous and humorous situations. Along the way, he becomes a millionaire by inventing a simple device, only to lose it all through a series of comical misfortunes. The film is a satirical take on the American Dream and features Martin's signature humor and physical comedy.
CREDITS
Director: Carl Reiner
Writers:
- Steve Martin
- Carl Gottlieb
- Michael Elias
Starring:
- Steve Martin as Navin R. Johnson
- Bernadette Peters as Marie
- Catlin Adams as Patty Bernstein
- Mabel King as Mother
- Richard Ward as Father
- Dick Anthony Williams as Taj
Produced by:
- William E. McEuen
- David V. Picker
Production Companies:
- Aspen Film Society
- Universal Pictures
Cinematography: Victor J. Kemper
Edited by: Bud Molin
Music by: Jack Elliott
Distributed by: Universal Pictures
Release date: December 14, 1979
Run Time: 1h 34min
Country: United States
Languages: English
Budget: $4 million
Box office: $100 million
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