“A rags to riches to rags story.”
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The Jerk (1979) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
The Jerk at a Glance
The Jerk is a 1979 comedy film helmed by Carl Reiner, featuring Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters and Catlin Adams. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes and premiered on December 14, 1979. The Jerk is rated 6.9/10 by TMDB users across 934 votes and is rated R in the United States.
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Storyline & 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Jerk
When was The Jerk released?
The Jerk was released on December 14, 1979.
What is the runtime of The Jerk?
The Jerk has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
Who stars in The Jerk?
The Jerk stars Steve Martin as Navin R. Johnson, Bernadette Peters as Marie Kimble Johnson, Catlin Adams as Patty Bernstein and Mabel King as Mother. The cast also includes Richard Ward, Carl Gottlieb, Dick Anthony Williams and Bill Macy.
Who directed The Jerk?
The Jerk was directed by Carl Reiner. The screenplay is credited to Steve Martin, Carl Gottlieb and Michael Elias.
What genre is The Jerk?
The Jerk is listed on TMDB as a comedy film.
What is The Jerk rated?
The Jerk is rated R in the United States. On TMDB it has an average user score of 6.9/10 from 934 votes.
Is The Jerk part of a movie series?
Yes. On TMDB, The Jerk belongs to the The Jerk Collection.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Jerk for free?
You can watch the official trailer for The Jerk for free on this 123Movies page. It is embedded from YouTube.
What movies are similar to The Jerk?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside The Jerk include The Dink (2026), Taking Care of Business (1990), Impractical Jokers: The Movie (2020), St. Vincent (2014) and The Three Stooges (2012).
Can I stream the full movie of The Jerk on 123Movies?
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