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The Jerk (1979)

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1979 · 94 min · Comedy

The Jerk (1979) is a comedy film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It holds an IMDb rating of 7.1 from 70K votes, alongside a TMDB score of 6.9. Compare its IMDb, TMDB and community ratings below to see how The Jerk scores across every source.

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Overview

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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Is The Jerk (1979) worth watching?

The Jerk holds an IMDb rating of 7.1 from 70K votes, so it's generally well received. Compare its IMDb, TMDB and community scores above to decide.

What is The Jerk's IMDb rating?

The Jerk (1979) has an IMDb rating of 7.1 based on 70K votes.

How long is The Jerk?

The Jerk runs for 94 minutes (1h 34m).

When was The Jerk released?

The Jerk was released in 1979.

What genre is The Jerk?

The Jerk is a comedy film.