The Jerk, Too
The Jerk, Too

The Jerk, Too

1984Movie92 minEnglish

Navin Johnson heads to Los Angeles to attend the wedding of his pen pal, Marie. On the way, he runs across a gang of hobos whose leader, Diesel, takes him to Las Vegas after learning of his skills at poker.

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes0%
Google Users50%
Director: Carl ReinerGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Navin Johnson, still naive and foolish, inherits a fortune and attempts to navigate the complexities of wealth and high society. His simple approach to life clashes with the sophisticated world, leading to a series of absurd situations and misunderstandings. He tries to find love and purpose, but his inherent "jerk" nature consistently gets in the way.

Critical Reception

The Jerk, Too was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, seen as a pale imitation of its successful predecessor. Many found the humor forced and repetitive, lacking the spontaneity and charm of the original. It is widely regarded as one of the worst sequels ever made.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks the wit and originality of the first film.
  • Steve Martin's comedic talent is wasted on a derivative script.
  • A disappointing and unfunny sequel that misses the mark entirely.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a strong dissatisfaction with the sequel, with many finding it unfunny, predictable, and a poor follow-up to the beloved original. Some viewers expressed disappointment that the magic of Navin Johnson's character was lost.

Fun Fact

This was Steve Martin's first theatrical sequel, and he has since expressed regret over making it, acknowledging its poor quality.

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