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The Strongest Man in the World

1975·Movie·G·92 min·6.2(73)

The biggest dumbbell on campus... and the secret formula got it off the ground!

Medfield College science major Dexter Riley and his classmates have been working on a new vitamin compound when a lab accident creates a supercharged mix that ends up in Dexter's cereal box, giving him superhuman strength. The powerful formula comes to the attention of the college dean and two rival cereal companies, touching off a hilarious chain of events.

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About The Strongest Man in the World

The Strongest Man in the World is a 1975 English-language comedy and family film directed by Vincent McEveety. The cast is led by Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Eve Arden. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Disney Plus.

The Strongest Man in the World was produced by Walt Disney Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 6, 1975, and carries a G certification.

Director
Vincent McEveety
Writers
Joseph L. McEveety, Herman Groves
Release date
February 6, 1975
Original language
English
Age rating
G
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Walt Disney Productions
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The Strongest Man in the World cast & crew

The Strongest Man in the World was directed by Vincent McEveety and written by Joseph L. McEveety and Herman Groves.

The cast features Kurt Russell as Dexter Riley, Joe Flynn as Dean Higgins, Eve Arden as Harriet, Cesar Romero as A.J. Arno, Phil Silvers as Krinkle, and Dick Van Patten as Harry.

Behind the camera, it was produced by Bill Anderson.

Is The Strongest Man in the World worth watching?

The Strongest Man in the World holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 73 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy and family, The Strongest Man in the World is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Strongest Man in the World

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Cast of The Strongest Man in the World

Kurt Russell

Kurt Russell

Dexter Riley

Joe Flynn

Joe Flynn

Dean Higgins

Eve Arden

Eve Arden

Harriet

Cesar Romero

Cesar Romero

A.J. Arno

Phil Silvers

Phil Silvers

Krinkle

Dick Van Patten

Dick Van Patten

Harry

Harold Gould

Harold Gould

Dietz

Michael McGreevey

Michael McGreevey

Schuyler

Richard Bakalyan

Richard Bakalyan

Cookie

William Schallert

William Schallert

Prof. Quigley

Benson Fong

Benson Fong

Ah Fong

James Gregory

James Gregory

Chief Blair

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The Strongest Man in the World — FAQs

Where can I watch The Strongest Man in the World in United States?

The Strongest Man in the World is streaming on Disney Plus in United States.

Is The Strongest Man in the World on Disney Plus?

Yes — The Strongest Man in the World is currently available on Disney Plus in United States.

What language is The Strongest Man in the World in?

The Strongest Man in the World is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Strongest Man in the World?

The Strongest Man in the World runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).

What is The Strongest Man in the World rated?

The Strongest Man in the World is rated G. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 73 ratings.

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