The Barefoot Executive
“The Secret To Success Is Pure Monkey Business”
Synopsis
In the great Disney tradition of wild family fun, a young Kurt Russell stars as Steven Post - an ambitious mailroom clerk at a second-rate TV network. With his eye on the boardroom, and getting nowhere with the studio's top dog, he makes a career-changing discovery. His girlfriend's lovable pet chimp can pick a hit show every time! His secret for success turns into a madcap monkey business when he makes vice president and jealous rivals want in on the act. Ride along with narrow escapes and a classic cast featuring Joe Flynn and Harry Morgan in a comedic climb up the corporate ladder that will leave you howling for more!
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Kurt Russell
Steven Post
Joe Flynn
Francis X. Wilbanks
Harry Morgan
E.J. Crampton
Wally Cox
Mertons
Heather North
Jennifer Scott
Alan Hewitt
Farnsworth
Hayden Rorke
Clifford
John Ritter
Roger
Jack Bender
Tom
Tom Anfinsen
Dr. Schmidt
George N. Neise
Network Executive
Edwin Reimers
Announcer
Morgan Farley
Advertising Executive
Glenn Dixon
Sponsor
Robert Shayne
Sponsor
Tristram Coffin
Sponsor
James B. Douglas
Sponsor
Ed Prentiss
Justice Department
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Butler
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph L. McEveety
- Original Score
- Robert F. Brunner
- Original Title
- The Barefoot Executive
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Butler
Joseph L. McEveety, Lila Garrett, Bernie Kahn, Stewart C. Billett
Robert F. Brunner
Charles F. Wheeler
Robert Stafford
Bill Anderson
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Butler
Director
Joseph L. McEveety
Screenplay
Robert F. Brunner
Original Music Composer
Robert Stafford
Editor
Charles F. Wheeler
Director of Photography
Bill Anderson
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Barefoot Executive
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What is The Barefoot Executive about?
In the great Disney tradition of wild family fun, a young Kurt Russell stars as Steven Post - an ambitious mailroom clerk at a second-rate TV network. With his eye on the boardroom, and getting nowhere with the studio's top dog, he makes a career-changing discovery. His girlfriend's lovable pet chimp can pick a hit show every time! His secret for success turns into a madcap monkey business when he makes vice president and jealous rivals want in on the act. Ride along with narrow escapes and a classic cast featuring Joe Flynn and Harry Morgan in a comedic climb up the corporate ladder that will leave you howling for more!
Who directed The Barefoot Executive?
The Barefoot Executive was directed by Robert Butler.
Who stars in The Barefoot Executive?
The principal cast of The Barefoot Executive includes Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Harry Morgan, Wally Cox, Heather North.
When was The Barefoot Executive released and how long is it?
The Barefoot Executive was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Barefoot Executive?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Barefoot Executive was composed by Robert F. Brunner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Barefoot Executive?
The Barefoot Executive holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).