Movers & Shakers (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1985, Movers & Shakers is a comedy film directed by William Asher, running about 80 minutes. “A new comedy about a movie that doesn't get made and the people who don't make it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joe Mulholland, Head of Production at a Hollywood studio, makes a rather fool-hardy promise to a dying friend. He undertakes to make a major movie using the title - if not the content - of a best-selling sex manual "Love in Sex". Enlisting the help of depressed screenwriter Herb Derman and rather off-centre director Sid Spokane to try and come up with an idea or two, Joe soon wishes he was not one of those people who always try to keep their promises.
Who’s in it. Movers & Shakers stars Walter Matthau as Joe Mulholland, Charles Grodin as Herb Derman, Vincent Gardenia as Saul Gritz and Tyne Daly as Nancy Derman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Movers & Shakers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Movers & Shakers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Movers & Shakers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Movers & Shakers (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Movers & Shakers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Movers & Shakers worth watching?
- Movers & Shakers holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Movers & Shakers?
- Movers & Shakers stars Walter Matthau, Charles Grodin, Vincent Gardenia, Tyne Daly and Bill Macy.
- When was Movers & Shakers released?
- Movers & Shakers was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.