Pumping Iron

1977, Documentary, 1h 25m

35 Reviews 5,000+ Ratings

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In addition to offering an enlightening early look into the world of future star/politician Arnold Schwarzenegger, Pumping Iron provides a witty and insightful overview of competitive bodybuilding. Read critic reviews

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This partly real and partly scripted film documents what many consider to be the golden age of bodybuilding that occurred in the 1970s. It depicts two major competitions: Mr. Universe, which is for amateur participants, and Mr. Olympia, which is for pros. In the former, Mike Katz and Ken Waller are profiled, while in the latter, the chief contenders are Lou Ferrigno, Franco Columbu and Arnold Schwarzenegger, who is hoping to take home a sixth win.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Lou Ferrigno
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Roger Callard
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Franco Columbu
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Marianne Claire
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Ed Corney
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Bud Cort
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Matty Ferrigno
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Victoria Ferrigno
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Mike Katz
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Serge Nubret
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Robbie Robinson
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Ken Waller
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George Butler
Director
Robert Fiore
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George Butler
Writer
Charles Gaines
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Jerome Gary
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Michael Small
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