The Secret of My Succe$s

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"There's no such thing as an overnight success. Brantley Foster took two weeks."
  • PG-13
  • 1987
  • 1 hr 51 min
  • 6.5  (36,424)
  • 36

Directed by Herbert Ross, "The Secret of My Succe$s" is a delightful comedy film that stars Michael J. Fox in the lead role of Brantley Foster. The film is set in New York City and revolves around Foster's life as he tries to make it big in the business world. Brantley Foster is a young man from Kansas who has just graduated from college. He leaves home and goes to New York City to fulfill his dreams of making it big in the business world. However, his first few months in the city prove to be uneventful, with no job or prospects. He moves in with his uncle, Howard Prescott, played by Richard Jordan, who is a high-ranking executive at a major corporation.

While working as a low-level mail clerk at the company, Foster accidentally runs into his uncle's office and sees a document detailing a secret multimillion-dollar deal. Foster decides to capitalize on the opportunity and takes on the persona of a new executive named Carlton Whitfield in order to push the deal through. He also uses his other persona, a mailroom clerk named Brantley Foster, to work his way up the corporate ladder.

At the same time, Foster meets and falls in love with Christy Wills, played by Helen Slater. Wills is an intelligent woman who works in the research department of the same corporation he is trying to become a part of. She is skeptical of Foster's intentions at first but falls for him as they begin to spend more time together.

Foster's secret life starts to catch up with him as he tries to keep up with his two different identities. The challenges of juggling two personas force him to become more creative and resourceful as he tries to keep his two separate worlds from colliding.

"The Secret of My Succe$s" is a hilarious and clever take on the classic story of a young man trying to make it big in the city. Michael J. Fox delivers a charming and witty performance as Brantley Foster, who is both a likable and ambitious character. His portrayal of Foster is balanced with a good mix of humor and sincerity.

Helen Slater's character, Christy Wills, is a welcome departure from the usual female love interest in comedies from the 1980s. She is an intelligent and independent woman who is not afraid to speak her mind. Slater's performance is also spot-on, adding depth and nuance to her character.

Richard Jordan's role as Uncle Howard Prescott is also noteworthy. Jordan plays the role of the cold and ruthless executive very convincingly, portraying a character that is both hated and respected by his employees.

"The Secret of My Succe$s" is notable for its witty script, sharp humor, and clever plot. The film also has a great soundtrack, with memorable hits like "The Power of Love" by Huey Lewis & The News, which adds to the overall charm and appeal of the movie.

In summary, "The Secret of My Succe$s" is a timeless comedy film that remains relevant even today. It is a hilarious and clever take on the age-old story of a young man trying to make it big in the city, and it is a must-watch for fans of Michael J. Fox and 1980s comedies.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1987
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 51 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.5  (36,424)
  • Metascore
    36
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