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Tricks of the Trade

"Two women. Zero limit. One fun caper."

December 6, 1988 1h 40m 3.3/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 1988. Tricks of the Trade is a comedy/drama film. directed by Jack Bender.

Starring Cindy Williams, Markie Post, and Scott Paulin

Synopsis

After her picture perfect husband is murdered in a prostitute's apartment, Beverly Hills homemaker Catherine is devastated. But she doesn't spend too long mourning, because she's soon on a mission to put her husband's killer behind bars. To do so, she forms an unlikely partnership with Marla, the Hollywood hooker who serviced the deceased. Under Marla's guidance, the pair navigate the seedier side of Los Angeles to put this mystery to rest.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 6, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 3.3/10 Mixed (8 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Leonard Hill Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tricks of the Trade about?

After her picture perfect husband is murdered in a prostitute's apartment, Beverly Hills homemaker Catherine is devastated. But she doesn't spend too long mourning, because she's soon on a mission ...

Who directed Tricks of the Trade?

Tricks of the Trade was directed by Jack Bender.

How long is Tricks of the Trade?

Tricks of the Trade has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Tricks of the Trade released?

Tricks of the Trade was released on December 6, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Tricks of the Trade?

The main cast of Tricks of the Trade includes Cindy Williams, Markie Post, Scott Paulin, James Whitmore Jr., Chris Mulkey.