Tricks of the Trade (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 2.8
Released in 1988, Tricks of the Trade is a comedy, drama, mystery and tv movie film directed by Jack Bender, running about 100 minutes. “Two women. Zero limit. One fun caper.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After her picture perfect husband is murdered in a prostitute's apartment, Beverly Hills homemaker Catherine is devastated. But she doesn't spend too long mourning, because she's soon on a mission to put her husband's killer behind bars. To do so, she forms an unlikely partnership with Marla, the Hollywood hooker who serviced the deceased. Under Marla's guidance, the pair navigate the seedier side of Los Angeles to put this mystery to rest.
Who’s in it. Tricks of the Trade stars Cindy Williams as Catherine, Markie Post as Marla, Chris Mulkey as Lt. Stryker and James Whitmore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.8/10, Tricks of the Trade has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tricks of the Trade page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tricks of the Trade tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tricks of the Trade (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tricks of the Trade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tricks of the Trade worth watching?
- Tricks of the Trade holds an audience score of 2.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, mystery and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tricks of the Trade?
- Tricks of the Trade stars Cindy Williams, Markie Post, Chris Mulkey, James Whitmore and James Whitmore Jr..
- When was Tricks of the Trade released?
- Tricks of the Trade was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.