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197786 minPG-13documentary

7.1/ 10(547 ratings)• TMDB

Masculinity Body Positivity Sports History

Pumping Iron

197786 minPG-13documentary

7.1/ 10(547 ratings)• TMDB

Bodybuilders clash in a fierce showdown for bodybuilding supremacy.

Masculinity Body Positivity Sports History

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Pumping Iron

1977• 86 minPG-13

7.1/ 10(547 ratings)• TMDB

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Bodybuilders clash in a fierce showdown for bodybuilding supremacy.

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Robert Fiore

Robert Fioredirector

George Butler

George Butlerdirector

Charles Gaineswriter

George Butler

George Butlerwriter

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzeneggercast

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Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests. Five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger aims to defend his title against challengers Serge Nubret and the introverted Lou Ferrigno.

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