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John Isaacs

Johnny was an electrician and grip, and though he worked on several films, was mainly employed making television commercials from the 1970s through 1990s. Prior to this, he was a professional bodybuilder. He won N.A.B.B.A. Mr. Universe short class in both 1953 and 1958, and was featured on several magazine covers during that era. During the height of his bodybuilding days, he stood 5'6½, but weigh…

Known For

White LightningWhite Lightning · 1973
White Lightning
★ 6.11973
MovieDramaAction
An ex-con teams up with federal agents to help them with breaking up a moonshine ring.
Play It Again, SamPlay It Again, Sam · 1972
Play It Again, Sam
★ 7.51972
MovieComedyRomance
A neurotic film critic obsessed with the movie Casablanca attempts to get over his wife leaving him by dating again with the help of a married couple and his illusory idol, Humphrey Bogart.
Pumping IronPumping Iron · 1977
Pumping Iron
★ 7.11977
MovieDocumentary
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.
The ManThe Man · 1972
The Man
★ 6.51972
MovieDrama
When the President and Speaker of the House are killed in a building collapse, and the Vice-President declines the office due to age and ill-health, Senate President pro tempore Douglas Dilman (James Earl Jones) suddenly becomes the first black man to occupy the Oval Office. The events from that day to the next election when he must decide if he will actually run challenge his skills as a politician and leader.
Body and SoulBody and Soul · 1981
Body and Soul
★ 3.91981
MovieDrama
A young man struggles to become a boxing champ, but success blinds him. It is only through the love of his girlfriend that he is brought back to reality.
Harrad SummerHarrad Summer · 1974
Harrad Summer
★ 10.01974
MovieDrama
Stanley, Harry, Sheila and Beth, four students from the 'free sex' Harrad College, spend the summer together to meet their families.
The Paradise TrailThe Paradise Trail · 1979
The Paradise Trail
★ 5.71979
MovieWesternDrama
In a small western town in the late 1800′s, two outlaws take a blind preacher, his wife and an Indian girl as hostages in their flight from the law. Excitement mounts when Dan, one of the outlaws makes a shocking discovery. The last train to Cortez lays bare the agony that torments Dan but the train brings an unexpected surprise.

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