Movie Description

The Jerk

(1979)

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.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleThe Jerk

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1979-12-14

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 34m

Budget₹ 4000000

Revenue₹ 100000000

Production CompaniesUniversal Pictures,Aspen Film Society

Genres

  • Comedy