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Comedy
THE JERK
Explore The Jerk (1979), a comedy movie, without spoilers. See ratings, runtime, audience fit, and similar movies on NoSpoilers.
"A rags to riches to rags story."
19791h 34m6.9 TMDb
Directed by Carl Reiner
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Condensed premise
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.
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Movie Vibe
Suspense5
Emotion5
Complexity6.9
Humor7
Realism6.7
Action5
Darkness4.5
Who would enjoy this
Recommended for
- ✓viewers looking for a fun, witty watch
May not appeal to
- –those seeking nonstop action
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