The Trouble with Dick (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1987, The Trouble with Dick is a comedy, drama and science fiction film directed by Gary Walkow, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Dick Kendred (Tom Villard) is a frustrated writer whose latest book has been turned down by every publisher around. His work seems to be missing one key ingredient: half-nude chicks. In an effort to cure his writer's block (and get some much needed inspiration), Dick rents a room from a couple of women who waste no time hitting on him. Talk about invoking the muse! This lighthearted romp won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.
Who’s in it. The Trouble with Dick stars Tom Villard as Dick Kendred, Susan Dey as Diane, Elaine Giftos as Sheila Dibble and Elizabeth Gorcey as Haley Dibble, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Trouble with Dick has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Trouble with Dick page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trouble with Dick tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trouble with Dick (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trouble with Dick change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Trouble with Dick worth watching?
- The Trouble with Dick holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Trouble with Dick?
- The Trouble with Dick stars Tom Villard, Susan Dey, Elaine Giftos, Elizabeth Gorcey and David Clennon.
- When was The Trouble with Dick released?
- The Trouble with Dick was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.