Captain Barbell (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film
Released in 1973, Captain Barbell is a comedy and fantasy film directed by Jose 'Pepe' Wenceslao.
What it’s about. Tenteng, a bullied wimp who dreams of being a strongman, gains superpowers from a magical barbell.
Who’s in it. Captain Barbell stars Dolphy, Lotis Key, Panchito and Babalu, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Captain Barbell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Captain Barbell tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Captain Barbell (1973)?
- In US, Captain Barbell is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Captain Barbell?
- Captain Barbell stars Dolphy, Lotis Key, Panchito, Babalu and Maricel Soriano.
- When was Captain Barbell released?
- Captain Barbell was released in 1973.