Hardly Working (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1981, Hardly Working is a comedy film directed by Jerry Lewis, running about 91 minutes. “Jerry Lewis: The Original Jerk” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Jerry Lewis's first film in a decade, he plays Bo Hooper, an unemployed circus clown who can't seem to hold down a job. The film opens with a brief montage of clips from past Lewis movies. He then moves into a succession of jobs that he gets himself fired from including a gas station attendant and a mailman - all with disastrous results.
Who’s in it. Hardly Working stars Jerry Lewis as Bo Hooper, Susan Oliver as Claire Trent, Roger C. Carmel as Robert Trent and Deanna Lund as Millie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Hardly Working has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $49M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hardly Working page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hardly Working tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hardly Working (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hardly Working change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hardly Working worth watching?
- Hardly Working holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hardly Working?
- Hardly Working stars Jerry Lewis, Susan Oliver, Roger C. Carmel, Deanna Lund and Harold J. Stone.
- When was Hardly Working released?
- Hardly Working was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.