Pumping Iron


1h 25m 1977

Brief Synopsis

In this documentary, a group of men are followed as they train for the Mr. Olympia contest. Arnold Schwarzenegger had won the title the six previous years and was training for his seventh win during the filming. Schwartzenegger's burgeoning fame is apparent throughout the film, as when one of his co

Film Details

Also Known As
Lyfta skrot
MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
1977

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 25m

Synopsis

In this documentary, a group of men are followed as they train for the Mr. Olympia contest. Arnold Schwarzenegger had won the title the six previous years and was training for his seventh win during the filming. Schwartzenegger's burgeoning fame is apparent throughout the film, as when one of his competitors, future actor Lou Ferrigno, is seen enduring the chants of "Arnold! Arnold"! as he performs the difficult weight lifting challenge.

Film Details

Also Known As
Lyfta skrot
MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Sports
Release Date
1977

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 25m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States March 1977

Released in United States Winter January 1, 1977

Released in United States Winter January 1, 1977

Released in United States March 1977 (Shown at FILMEX: Los Angeles International Film Exposition (Contemporary Cinema) March 9-27, 1977.)