The Jerk
A rags to riches to rags story.
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.
1979 · Comedy · United States of America
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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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About this movie
The Jerk (1979) is a movie on MEDIACAST.
Country: United States of America. Genre: Comedy. Year: 1979.
Director: Carl Reiner.
Starring: Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, Catlin Adams, Mabel King, Richard Ward.
Plot: 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.
Available in the MEDIACAST catalog on the web and official apps after you sign in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year was The Jerk released?
The Jerk was released in 1979.
Who starred in The Jerk?
The Jerk stars Steve Martin, Bernadette Peters, Catlin Adams, Mabel King, Richard Ward.
Where can I watch The Jerk?
Available in the MEDIACAST catalog on the web and official apps after you sign in.