Meatballs 1979
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What is Meatballs?
Meatballs is a film about a summer camp called Camp Northstar. The camp is led by a head counselor, referred to as Tripper, who is described as young at heart and not much more mature than the campers.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 28, 1979
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada
- Studios
- Canadian Film Development Corporation, Famous Players, Haliburton Films
- Budget
- $1,207,520
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
Meatballs is a film about a summer camp called Camp Northstar. The camp is led by a head counselor, referred to as Tripper, who is described as young at heart and not much more mature than the campers. Tripper befriends a camper named Rudy, who has trouble fitting in. Tripper inspires his young charges to compete against a rival camp, Camp Mohawk, in an annual Olympiad competition. Rudy plays a role in helping Tripper interact with a female counselor at Northstar, referred to as Roxanne. The story revolves around the relationships and events that unfold at Camp Northstar.
Should you watch it?
“A carefree counselor leads a ragtag camp crew into a wacky summer showdown”
- Playful comedy set at a budget summer camp
- Energetic dynamics between counselors and campers
- Feel‑good underdog competition
- Some humor reflects its 1970s era
- Plot is straightforward and simple
Watch it if you enjoy a breezy, comedic look at camp life and friendly rivalry
With a PG rating and upbeat tone, the film is appropriate for general family viewing
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Frequently asked questions
What is the basic premise of the film?
Head counselor Tripper encourages the campers at Camp Northstar to compete against rival Camp Mohawk.
Who are the central characters?
Tripper, the head counselor, and Rudy, a loner camper, are the main focal points, with Roxanne as a female counselor.
What is the genre and tone?
It is a comedy with a light, playful summer‑camp vibe.
When was the movie released and what rating does it have?
Meatballs premiered in the United States on June 29, 1979, and carries a PG rating.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately one hour and thirty‑two minutes.