Working Girl (1988) movie poster

Working Girl (1988)

"For anyone who's ever won. For anyone who's ever lost. And for everyone who's still in there trying."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 78% (RT: 83%, MC: 73) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyRomanceDrama

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Runtime
1h 54m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (1,040 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
73
Cast
Melanie Griffith as Tess McGill
Harrison Ford as Jack Trainer
Sigourney Weaver as Katharine Parker
Alec Baldwin as Mick Dugan
Philip Bosco as Oren Trask
Nora Dunn as Ginny
Oliver Platt as Lutz
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,040 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
When a secretary's idea is stolen by her boss, she seizes an opportunity to steal it back by pretending she has her boss' job. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Mike Nichols cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The initial cut of Working Girl was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of Working Girl, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Working Girl is a 1988 comedy, romance, drama film directed by Mike Nichols. When a secretary's idea is stolen by her boss, she seizes an opportunity to steal it back by pretending she has her boss' job. The film has been rated by 1,040 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Working Girl delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Working Girl (1988) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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