

Stay Hungry
1976, English. Directed by Bob Rafelson.
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A dishonest businessman asks rich layabout Craig Blake to help him buy a gym, which will be demolished for a development project in Alabama. But after spending time with weightlifter Joe Santo and gym worker Mary Tate Farnsworth, Craig wants out of the deal. The property negotiations turn ugly, causing a brawl at the gym and a spectacle at a big bodybuilding meet, as Craig learns that it's not easy to turn your back on fair-weather friends.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Stay Hungry is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Bob RafelsonDirector
- Jeff BridgesCraig Blake
- Sally FieldMary Tate Farnsworth
- Arnold SchwarzeneggerJoe Santo
- R.G. ArmstrongThor Erickson
- Robert EnglundFranklin
- Helena KallianiotesAnita
- Roger E. MosleyNewton
- Woodrow ParfreyUncle Albert
- Scatman CrothersWilliam
- Kathleen MillerDorothy Stephens
- Fannie FlaggAmy
- Joanna CassidyZoe
Details
- Released
- 23 April 1976
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bob Rafelson, Charles Gaines
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $25M
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What Stay Hungry is based on
Stay Hungry is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Stay Hungry: quick answers
Is Stay Hungry worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 93 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Stay Hungry?
Stay Hungry runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Stay Hungry have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Stay Hungry. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Stay Hungry parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Stay Hungry is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Stay Hungry on?
Stay Hungry is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Stay Hungry?
If you liked Stay Hungry, try The Clique, Family Weekend, Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice.
Who directed Stay Hungry?
Stay Hungry (1976) was directed by Bob Rafelson and stars Jeff Bridges, Sally Field, Arnold Schwarzenegger.
What is Stay Hungry based on?
Stay Hungry is adapted from a novel.