Movie

Pumping Iron (1977)

86 min

• Documentary

Director

George Butler, Robert Fiore

Released

January 18, 1977

Synopsis

Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests as five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger defends his Mr. Olympia title against Serge Nubret and the shy young Lou Ferrigno.

Cast

• Arnold Schwarzenegger
• Lou Ferrigno
• Mike Katz
• Serge Nubret
• Franco Columbu
• Ed Corney
• Ken Waller
• Robbie Robinson
• Marianne Claire
• Roger Callard
• Bud Cort
• Jimmy Williams

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