Meatballs is a 1979 comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman and starring Bill Murray as Tripper Harrison, the head counselor at a summer camp. The film follows the adventures of Tripper and his misfit campers as they compete against their rivals at Camp Mohawk in a series of competitions called the Olympiad.
Along the way, Tripper befriends Rudy Gerner, a shy and awkward camper who has trouble fitting in with the others. Tripper takes Rudy under his wing and helps him gain confidence, while Rudy in turn helps Tripper win the heart of Roxanne, a female counselor at the camp.
As the Olympiad heats up, tensions rise between Camp Northstar and Camp Mohawk, with both sides determined to emerge victorious. Despite facing off against a team that seems unbeatable, Tripper and his campers rally together and use their creativity and ingenuity to pull off a surprising win.
Meatballs was a commercial success and launched Bill Murray's career as a leading man. It was also notable for featuring a soundtrack that included the hit song "Makin' It" by David Naughton. The film spawned three sequels and is regarded as a classic of 1980s teen comedies.
