The Strongest Man in the World
“The biggest dumbbell on campus... and the secret formula got it off the ground!”
Synopsis
Medfield College science major Dexter Riley and his classmates have been working on a new vitamin compound when a lab accident creates a supercharged mix that ends up in Dexter's cereal box, giving him superhuman strength. The powerful formula comes to the attention of the college dean and two rival cereal companies, touching off a hilarious chain of events.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-02-08
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Kurt Russell
Dexter Riley
Joe Flynn
Dean Higgins
Eve Arden
Harriet
Cesar Romero
A.J. Arno
Phil Silvers
Krinkle
Dick Van Patten
Harry
Harold Gould
Dietz
Michael McGreevey
Schuyler
Richard Bakalyan
Cookie
William Schallert
Prof. Quigley
Benson Fong
Ah Fong
James Gregory
Chief Blair
John Debney
John (Student)
Derrel Maury
Hector (Student)
David R. Ellis
David (Student)
Roy Roberts
Mr. Roberts
Fritz Feld
Uncle Frederick
Ronnie Schell
Referee
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 6, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vincent McEveety
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph L. McEveety, Herman Groves
- Original Score
- Robert F. Brunner
- Original Title
- The Strongest Man in the World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vincent McEveety
Joseph L. McEveety, Herman Groves
Robert F. Brunner
Cotton Warburton
Bill Anderson
Department Leadership Roster
Vincent McEveety
Director
Joseph L. McEveety
Writer
Bill Anderson
Producer
Cotton Warburton
Editor
Herman Groves
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Strongest Man in the World
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What is The Strongest Man in the World about?
Medfield College science major Dexter Riley and his classmates have been working on a new vitamin compound when a lab accident creates a supercharged mix that ends up in Dexter's cereal box, giving him superhuman strength. The powerful formula comes to the attention of the college dean and two rival cereal companies, touching off a hilarious chain of events.
Who directed The Strongest Man in the World?
The Strongest Man in the World was directed by Vincent McEveety.
Who stars in The Strongest Man in the World?
The principal cast of The Strongest Man in the World includes Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Eve Arden, Cesar Romero, Phil Silvers.
When was The Strongest Man in the World released and how long is it?
The Strongest Man in the World was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Strongest Man in the World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Strongest Man in the World was composed by Robert F. Brunner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Strongest Man in the World?
The Strongest Man in the World holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).