The Jerk
Released Date
December 14, 1979
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Genre
Comedy
Rating
R
Worldwide Gross
Domestic Gross + International Gross = Worldwide Gross
$73,691,419 + $0 = $73,691,419
$73,691,419 + $0 = $73,691,419
A simpleminded, sheltered country boy suddenly decides to leave his family home to experience life in the big city, where his naivete is both his best friend and his worst enemy.
About
Navin grew up believing he was a black child, however he discovers that he is actually white so he runs to St. Louis to find himself. Navin then goes through all sorts of adventures that put him in ridiculous situations.
Trivia
Steve Martin wrote and stars in the film. The movie marks Steve Martin's first starring role in a feature film.