This Wife for Hire
“Every man's fantasy. A woman who will do anything you want. And give you everything you need. The perfect wife. And you don't have to marry her.”
Synopsis
A housewife starts a business hiring herself out as a "wife," to provide various domestic services.
Top Cast
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Pam Dawber
Marsha Harper
Robert Klein
Alan Harper
Laraine Newman
Louise Bellini
Richard Gautier
Howard Greer
Sal Viscuso
Paul Bellini
Sam J. Jones
Tommy Sellers
Ann Jillian
Valerie Roberts
David White
Larry Dunston
Tim Kazurinsky
Mel Greenfield, M.D.
Maia Brewton
Amy Harper
Scott Nemes
Greg Harper
Tessa Richarde
Brenda
Nora Gaye
Candy Atwood
Channing Chase
Mrs. Greer
Lisa Figus
Kate Dunston
Ronalda Douglas
Secretary
Susan Gauthier
Woman at Party
Pat Studstill
Security Guard
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Drake
- Screenplay & Story
- Phil Margo, Don Segall
- Original Score
- Dennis Dreith, Mitch Margo, Phil Margo
- Original Title
- This Wife for Hire
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Comworld Productions, ABC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Drake
Phil Margo, Don Segall
Dennis Dreith, Mitch Margo, Phil Margo
Rexford L. Metz
Sidney Katz
Deanne Barkley, Phil Margo, Don Segall
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Drake
Director
Phil Margo
Producer
Don Segall
Producer
Rexford L. Metz
Director of Photography
Sidney Katz
Editor
Michael Baugh
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for This Wife for Hire.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Wife for Hire
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is This Wife for Hire about?
A housewife starts a business hiring herself out as a "wife," to provide various domestic services.
Who directed This Wife for Hire?
This Wife for Hire was directed by Jim Drake.
Who stars in This Wife for Hire?
The principal cast of This Wife for Hire includes Pam Dawber, Robert Klein, Laraine Newman, Richard Gautier, Sal Viscuso.
When was This Wife for Hire released and how long is it?
This Wife for Hire was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for This Wife for Hire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for This Wife for Hire was composed by Dennis Dreith, Mitch Margo, Phil Margo.