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Working

Working

Working
1982 1h 29m3.5

Working

DramaMusic
3.5

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This musical adaptation of the Studs Terkel book examines the average worker's viewpoint--showing that he or she is anything but average. Based on a series of interviews with real working people--construction workers, waitresses, firemen, secretaries, and cleaning women, Working is both an exploration of the individuals' occupations and a lament for lost hopes and dreams.

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DirectorKirk Browning
StatusReleased
ReleasedApril 13, 1982
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 29m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 3.5 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.3 / 10
Votes4
GenresDrama, Music
StudioThirteen, KCET

Cast

Studs Terkel

Studs Terkel

Self - Host

Barry Bostwick

Barry Bostwick

Steelworker

Scatman Crothers

Scatman Crothers

Parking Attendant

🎭

Barbara Browning

Editor

Vernee Watson

Vernee Watson

Secretary

Jay Garner

Jay Garner

Corporate Executive

Billy Jayne

Billy Jayne

Newsboy

Barbara Barrie

Barbara Barrie

Schoolteacher

🎭

Carole Schwartz

Supermarket Checker

🎭

Bill Beyers

Boxboy

🎭

Fausto Barajas

Migrant Worker

Charles Haid

Charles Haid

Gas Man

Beth Howland

Beth Howland

Housewife

Barbara Hershey

Barbara Hershey

Call Girl

Eileen Brennan

Eileen Brennan

Millworker

Rita Moreno

Rita Moreno

Waitress

James Taylor

James Taylor

Trucker

Lynne Thigpen

Lynne Thigpen

Telephone Operator

Edie McClurg

Edie McClurg

Switchboard Operator

Didi Conn

Didi Conn

Receptionist

Charles Durning

Charles Durning

Retired Man

Matt Landers

Matt Landers

Fireman

Patti LaBelle

Patti LaBelle

Cleaning Woman

Mark Neely

Mark Neely

Salesman

David Patrick Kelly

David Patrick Kelly

Copyboy

🎭

Daniel Valdez

Singer "Un Mejor Dia Vondra" (voice)

Jennifer Warnes

Jennifer Warnes

Singer "Millworker" (voice)

Gilmer McCormick

Gilmer McCormick

Grape-buying Woman

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Frequently Asked Questions about Working

Where can I watch Working?

Working (1982) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Working about?

This musical adaptation of the Studs Terkel book examines the average worker's viewpoint--showing that he or she is anything but average. Based on a series of interviews with real working people--construction workers, waitresses, firemen, secretaries, and cleaning women, Working...

Who directed Working?

Working (1982) was directed by Kirk Browning. The film is a Drama, Music production with a runtime of 1h 29m, rated 3.5/10.

How long is Working?

Working runs 1h 29m (89 minutes total). Audience rating: 3.5/10 from 4 votes. Genre: Drama, Music.

Is Working worth watching?

Working is rated 3.5/10 by 4 viewers — below average. A good pick for Drama and Music fans.