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Stay Hungry (1976)

"If you've got an appetite for life…"

5.719761h 42mEN
ComedyDrama

Directed by Bob Rafelson

Rating

5.7/10

Runtime

1h 42m

Language

EN

Release

April 23, 1976

Director

Bob Rafelson

Official Trailer

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Overview

A dishonest businessman asks rich layabout Craig Blake to help him buy a gym, which will be demolished for a development project in Alabama. But after spending time with weightlifter Joe Santo and gym worker Mary Tate Farnsworth, Craig wants out of the deal. The property negotiations turn ugly, caus...

Cast

Jeff Bridges

Jeff Bridges

Craig Blake

Sally Field

Sally Field

Mary Tate Farnsworth

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Joe Santo

R.G. Armstrong

R.G. Armstrong

Thor Erickson

Robert Englund

Robert Englund

Franklin

Helena Kallianiotes

Helena Kallianiotes

Anita

Roger E. Mosley

Roger E. Mosley

Newton

Woodrow Parfrey

Woodrow Parfrey

Uncle Albert

Scatman Crothers

Scatman Crothers

William

Kathleen Miller

Kathleen Miller

Dorothy Stephens

Fannie Flagg

Fannie Flagg

Amy

Joanna Cassidy

Joanna Cassidy

Zoe

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Stay Hungry (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A dishonest businessman asks rich layabout Craig Blake to help him buy a gym, which will be demolished for a development project in Alabama. But after spending time with weightlifter Joe Santo and gym worker Mary Tate Farnsworth, Craig wants out of the deal. The property negotiations turn ugly, causing a brawl at the gym and a spectacle at a big bodybuilding meet, as Craig learns that it's not easy to turn your back on fair-weather friends.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Stay Hungry. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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