A Shock to the System
"Climbing the corporate ladder can be murder."
Originally released in 1990. A Shock to the System is a crime/comedy film. directed by Jan Egleson.
Starring Michael Caine, Elizabeth McGovern, and Peter Riegert
Synopsis
Madison Avenue executive Graham Marshall has paid his dues. A talented and devoted worker, he has suffered through mounting bills and a nagging wife with one thing to look forward to: a well-deserved promotion. But when the promotion is given to a loud-mouthed yuppie associate, Graham unleashes his rage on an overly aggressive panhandler, who he accidently kills by pushing him into the path of an oncoming subway train. He re-thinks his problems with an entirely new solution. First, he arranges an "accident" for his annoying wife. Then he creates another "mishap" for his boss. It seems like the world is once more Graham's oyster…but a missing cigarette lighter and a prying police detective may change all that.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 23, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (137 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Michael Caine
as Graham Marshall
Elizabeth McGovern
as Stella Anderson
Peter Riegert
as Robert Benham
Swoosie Kurtz
as Leslie Marshall
Will Patton
as Lt. Laker
Jenny Wright
as Melanie O'Conner
John McMartin
as George Brewster
Barbara Baxley
as Lillian
Haviland Morris
as Tara Liston
Philip Moon
as Henry Park
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Brigand Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Shock to the System about?
Madison Avenue executive Graham Marshall has paid his dues. A talented and devoted worker, he has suffered through mounting bills and a nagging wife with one thing to look forward to: a well-deserv...
Who directed A Shock to the System?
A Shock to the System was directed by Jan Egleson.
How long is A Shock to the System?
A Shock to the System has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was A Shock to the System released?
A Shock to the System was released on March 23, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Shock to the System?
The main cast of A Shock to the System includes Michael Caine, Elizabeth McGovern, Peter Riegert, Swoosie Kurtz, Will Patton.
Is A Shock to the System worth watching?
A Shock to the System has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 137 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.