The Jerk (1979)
A rags to riches to rags story.
Storyline
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.
Screenshots
Trailer
Movie Details
| Original title | The Jerk |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 14, 1979 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | sharecropper, blow, neominstrelsy, phone book, tennis court |
FAQ
What is The Jerk about?
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.
When was The Jerk released?
The Jerk was released on Dec 14, 1979 (status: Released).
Who directed The Jerk?
Carl Reiner directed The Jerk.
What is the TMDB rating of The Jerk?
The Jerk has a TMDB rating of 6.9/10 from 934 votes.