Pumping Iron
“Mind and body.”
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.
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Pumping Iron (1977) - REISSUE TRAILER [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-07-03
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 18, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 14, 2004
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Butler, Robert Fiore
- Screenplay & Story
- George Butler, Charles Gaines
- Original Score
- Michael Small
- Original Title
- Pumping Iron
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, German
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Budget
- $1M
- Production Studios
- White Mountain Films, Rollie Robinson
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Butler, Robert Fiore
George Butler, Charles Gaines
Michael Small
Robert Fiore
Geof Bartz, Lawrence Silk
Jerome Gary, George Butler
Department Leadership Roster
George Butler
Director
Robert Fiore
Director
Geof Bartz
Editor
Lawrence Silk
Editor
George Butler
Writer
Robert Fiore
Director of Photography
Jerome Gary
Producer
George Butler
Producer
Charles Gaines
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pumping Iron
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pumping Iron about?
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.
Who directed Pumping Iron?
Pumping Iron was directed by George Butler, Robert Fiore.
Who stars in Pumping Iron?
The principal cast of Pumping Iron includes Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, Mike Katz, Serge Nubret, Franco Columbu.
When was Pumping Iron released and how long is it?
Pumping Iron was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Pumping Iron?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pumping Iron was composed by Michael Small.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pumping Iron?
Pumping Iron holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).