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Pumping Iron

7.119771h 26mPGMovieDocumentary

Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests as five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger defends his Mr. Olympia title against Serge Nubret and the shy young Lou Ferrigno.

DirectorsGeorge Butler·Robert Fiore
WritersGeorge Butler·Charles Gaines
ProducersJerome Gary·George Butler

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Cast · Directed by George Butler

ASArnold Schwarzenegger
Arnold Schwarzenegger
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LFLou Ferrigno
Lou Ferrigno
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MK
Mike Katz
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SN
Serge Nubret
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FCFranco Columbu
Franco Columbu
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EC
Ed Corney
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KW
Ken Waller
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RR
Robbie Robinson
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MC
Marianne Claire
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RCRoger Callard
Roger Callard
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BCBud Cort
Bud Cort
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JWJimmy Williams
Jimmy Williams
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Pumping Iron — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Pumping Iron?

Pumping Iron is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Howdy and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Pumping Iron on Netflix?

No, Pumping Iron is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels and Howdy.

Is Pumping Iron on Amazon Prime Video?

Pumping Iron isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Pumping Iron for free?

Pumping Iron is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.

Is there a sequel to Pumping Iron?

Yes — Pumping Iron is followed by Pumping Iron II: The Women (1985) in the Pumping Iron Collection.

Is there a prequel to Pumping Iron?

Pumping Iron is the first film in the Pumping Iron Collection.

Is Pumping Iron part of a trilogy?

Yes — Pumping Iron is part of a trilogy, alongside Pumping Iron II: The Women (1985) and Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' (2002).

How many movies are in the Pumping Iron Collection?

There are 3 films in the Pumping Iron Collection: Pumping Iron (1977), Pumping Iron II: The Women (1985) and Raw Iron: The Making of 'Pumping Iron' (2002).