The Comeback (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1980, The Comeback is a documentary film directed by Kit Laughlin, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. After an absence of five years, six times Mr Olympia winner Arnold Schwarzenegger makes a comeback and attempts to take the World Body Building Championship for the 7th time.
Who’s in it. The Comeback stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as Himself, Tom Platz as Himself, Frank Zane as Himself and Dennis Tinerino as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Comeback has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Comeback page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Comeback tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Comeback (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Comeback change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Comeback worth watching?
- The Comeback holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Comeback?
- The Comeback stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tom Platz, Frank Zane, Dennis Tinerino and Boyer Coe.
- When was The Comeback released?
- The Comeback was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.