The Barefoot Executive

A goofy, good-natured studio comedy that breezes by on slapstick chimp gags and gentle corporate satire, harmless and easy to enjoy.

Directed by

Robert Butler

Genres

Comedy, Family

Starring

Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Harry Morgan

Tagline

The Secret To Success Is Pure Monkey Business

Overview

In the great Disney tradition of wild family fun, a young Kurt Russell stars as Steven Post - an ambitious mailroom clerk at a second-rate TV network. With his eye on the boardroom, and getting nowhere with the studio's top dog, he makes a career-changing discovery. His girlfriend's lovable pet chimp can pick a hit show every time! His secret for success turns into a madcap monkey business when he makes vice president and jealous rivals want in on the act. Ride along with narrow escapes and a classic cast featuring Joe Flynn and Harry Morgan in a comedic climb up the corporate ladder that will leave you howling for more!

How it feels

Light, absurd, warm and satirical. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Ambition, media, work, deception

Content

No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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