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1987 · Movie · 1h 34m · PG

Over the Top

CriticsCritics: 36
AudienceAudience: 6.0

A struggling trucker and competitive arm wrestler gets a chance to reconnect with his estranged young son while pursuing a championship prize. Their journey is complicated by the boy’s wealthy, controlling grandfather, forcing the father to prove he can build a better life.

My take

You’ll enjoy this if you like earnest 1980s sports dramas, underdog stories, and nostalgic action; Not for you if you dislike sentimental plots, exaggerated competition, or intentionally cheesy entertainment.

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Cast

Robert LoggiaSylvester StalloneSusan BlakelyRick ZumwaltDavid MendenhallChris McCartyTerry FunkBob Beattie

Director

Menahem Golan

If tonight is a Over the Top night…

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