The 500 Pound Jerk (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film
Released in 1973, The 500 Pound Jerk is a comedy, drama and tv movie film directed by William Kronick, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. An advertising man's dream of turning a huge hillbilly into an Olympic weightlifting champion is set back when the hillbilly falls for a Russian gymnast.
Who’s in it. The 500 Pound Jerk stars James Franciscus as Gil Davenport, Alex Karras as Hughie Rae Feather, Hope Lange as Karen Walsh and Victor Spinetti as Martin Bloore, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The 500 Pound Jerk page.
If you liked it. Fans of The 500 Pound Jerk tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The 500 Pound Jerk (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The 500 Pound Jerk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The 500 Pound Jerk?
- The 500 Pound Jerk stars James Franciscus, Alex Karras, Hope Lange, Victor Spinetti and Rick Parsé.
- When was The 500 Pound Jerk released?
- The 500 Pound Jerk was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.