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4.9 / 10(14 votes)IMDbR19741h 21mUnited States of America

The Working Girls

“No job too hard to handle”

Synopsis

A painter, a stripper and a newcomer with no money and a math degree... Three young, ambitious roommates navigating the eccentric and dangerous underworld of 1970s Los Angeles to achieve financial independence

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The Working Girls (1974) Cassandra "Elvira" Peterson's performance

Type: Clip • Published 2019-05-28

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 5, 1974

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Stephanie Rothman
Screenplay & Story
Stephanie Rothman
Original Score
Michael Andres
Original Title
The Working Girls
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 21m
Production Studios
Dimension Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Stephanie Rothman

Screenplay & Story

Stephanie Rothman

Original Score & Music

Michael Andres

Director of Photography

Daniel Lacambre

Film Editing

John A. O'Connor

Producers

Charles S. Swartz, Lawrence Woolner

Department Leadership Roster

Stephanie Rothman

Stephanie Rothman

Director

Stephanie Rothman

Stephanie Rothman

Writer

Charles S. Swartz

Producer

Daniel Lacambre

Director of Photography

John A. O'Connor

Editor

Gwyn Ruutz-Rees

Costume Design

Michael Andres

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Working Girls

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Working Girls about?

A painter, a stripper and a newcomer with no money and a math degree... Three young, ambitious roommates navigating the eccentric and dangerous underworld of 1970s Los Angeles to achieve financial independence

Who directed The Working Girls?

The Working Girls was directed by Stephanie Rothman.

Who stars in The Working Girls?

The principal cast of The Working Girls includes Sarah Kennedy, Laurie Rose, Mark Thomas, Lynne Guthrie, Ken Del Conte.

When was The Working Girls released and how long is it?

The Working Girls was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.

Who composed the musical score for The Working Girls?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Working Girls was composed by Michael Andres.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Working Girls?

The Working Girls holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).