How to Get Ahead in Advertising(1989)
The career where two heads are better than one.
How to Get Ahead in Advertising Synopsis
Pressure from his boss and a skin-cream client produces a talking boil on a British adman's neck.
How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) is a fantasy, comedy and drama film directed by Bruce Robinson, released on May 5, 1989 with a runtime of 1h 35m. It stars Richard E. Grant, Rachel Ward, Richard Wilson and Jacqueline Tong. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 112 ratings.
- Director:
- Bruce Robinson
- Writers:
- Bruce Robinson
- Producers:
- David Wimbury
- Cinematographer:
- Peter Hannan
- Composer:
- David Dundas
- Production:
- Virgin Films, Handmade Films
- Revenue:
- $418,053
- Status:
- Released
How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) Trailer
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How to Get Ahead in Advertising Cast & Crew
Main cast
Richard E. Grant
as Denis Dimbleby Bagley
Rachel Ward
as Julia Bagley
Richard Wilson
as John Bristol
Jacqueline Tong
as Penny Wheelstock
Susan Wooldridge
as Monica
John Shrapnel
as Psychiatrist
- Hugh Armstrong
Hugh Armstrong
as Harry Wax
Mick Ford
as Richard
Jacqueline Pearce
as Maud
- Christopher Simon
Christopher Simon
as Waiter
- Gino Melvazzi
Gino Melvazzi
as Waiter
- Victor Lucas
Victor Lucas
as Tweedy Man
Key crew
Directed by Bruce Robinson, written by Bruce Robinson, produced by David Wimbury.
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How to Get Ahead in Advertising Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 112 ratings.
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How to Get Ahead in Advertising – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch How to Get Ahead in Advertising online?
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How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in How to Get Ahead in Advertising?
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The main cast of How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) includes Richard E. Grant, Rachel Ward, Richard Wilson, Jacqueline Tong and Susan Wooldridge. The film was directed by Bruce Robinson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was How to Get Ahead in Advertising released?
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How to Get Ahead in Advertising was released on May 5, 1989 and runs for 1h 35m.
Is How to Get Ahead in Advertising worth watching?
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How to Get Ahead in Advertising (1989) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 112 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy fantasy, comedy and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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