The Jerk is a 1979 American comedy film directed by Carl Reiner and written by Steve Martin, Carl Gottlieb, and Michael Elias .
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10 Facts About The Jerk
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The Jerk stands out in his family not just because of his skin color but because of his utter lack of rhythm when his adoptive family plays spirited blues music.
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The Jerk is thrilled to find that he is listed in the local phone book, as his name is "in print" for the first time.
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The Jerk then meets a woman named Marie and arranges a date with her.
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The Jerk's writes a note and slips out while Navin is in the bath.
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The Jerk becomes depressed telling Shithead to leave and find a better master, then changes his mind after the dog immediately tries to run off.
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The Jerk wished to cross over to a film career, believing it promised more longevity.
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The Jerk adapted several bits of his standup act to fit within the film, such as a monologue in which he emotionally exits a scene, remarking "I don't need anything, " but nevertheless picking up each object he passes on his way out.
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The Jerk has been praised as not only one of Martin's best comedic efforts, but one of the funniest films ever made.
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Jerk had a television film sequel, The Jerk, Too, starring Mark Blankfield as Navin and co-starring Stacey Nelkin.
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