The Jerk (1979) — Screenplay
A naive misfit leaves his family to find his fortune, only to discover that wealth and love come at a price he never expected.
- Written by
- Steve Martin, Carl Gottlieb, Michael Elias
- Genre
- Comedy
- Length
- 133 pages
This comedy classic is a masterclass in tonal control, balancing absurdist gags with genuine heart. Study its razor-sharp dialogue and the way it builds a full, quirky world around a protagonist who is both ridiculous and deeply sympathetic.
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