Taking Care of Business (1990): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Taking Care of Business is a 1990 comedy directed by Arthur Hiller, starring James Belushi, Charles Grodin and Anne De Salvo. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes and earned $20 million worldwide. Critics gave it 42 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 48m (108 min)
- Director
- Arthur Hiller
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Buena Vista Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Taking Care of Business About?
The premise of Taking Care of Business without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Two petty criminals find themselves caught in a dangerous predicament, setting off a chaotic series of events. As misfortune piles up, they become entangled in a humorous chase, desperately trying to outwit those pursuing them and navigate the escalating consequences of their actions.
Taking Care of Business Cast
James Belushi leads the cast, with Charles Grodin and Anne De Salvo. Directed by Arthur Hiller; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Arthur Hiller
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Taking Care of Business Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Taking Care of Business 42 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 42 Metascore
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TMDB 62% User score
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Taking Care of Business Plot Summary
What happens in Taking Care of Business from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the midst of serving his prison sentence, Jimmy Dworski (James Belushi), a dedicated fan of the Chicago Cubs and a talented car thief, is on the verge of an extraordinary experience. Just a few days remain until his release when he unexpectedly wins tickets to the World Series. Unfortunately, the warden, Frank Toolman (Héctor Elizondo), denies him early parole, which propels Jimmy to devise a bold plan alongside his fellow inmates. Using the chaos of a prison riot to his advantage, Jimmy manages to escape and heads to the sought-after game.
Full summary
The whole story of Taking Care of Business, scene by scene
Taking Care of Business Box Office
Taking Care of Business grossed $20 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$20M
- US & Canada
- $20M
Taking Care of Business Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Taking Care of Business.
How Well Do You Know Taking Care of Business?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What sport is Jimmy Dworski a devoted fan of?
Cars in Taking Care of Business
53 cars on screen, including the 1971 Volkswagen Convertible Typ 1 and the 1984 Ford Tempo.
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1971 Volkswagen Convertible Typ 1 Main role -
1984 Ford Tempo Important role -
1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo Type 85 Important role -
1989 BMW 325i Cabrio E30 Minor role
Taking Care of Business Also Known As
24 alternative titles, including “Filofax” and “Takový je byznys”.
- Also known as
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- Filofax
- Takový je byznys
- Як уладнати справи
- Muisti hukassa
- Han är jag
- Han är jag!
- Красивая жизнь
- Filofax - Ich bin du und du bist nichts
- Filofax - Un'agenda che vale un tesoro
- Как разобраться с делами
- Millonario al instante
- Filofax - avagy a sors könyve
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- Milionário Instantâneo
- יומן עסקים
- Hlavní je byznys
- Tes Affaires sont mes affaires
- Красиве життя
- Погрижи се за бизнеса
- Milionário num Instante
- Dbać o Interes
- 小贼高升
- 수첩 속의 행운
- Akıllı Ajanda
- Milionari a l’instant
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Taking Care of Business FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Taking Care of Business, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Taking Care of Business?
Taking Care of Business runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
When was Taking Care of Business released?
Taking Care of Business was released on August 17, 1990.
Who directed Taking Care of Business?
Taking Care of Business was directed by Arthur Hiller.
More films by Arthur Hiller Who is in the cast of Taking Care of Business?
Taking Care of Business stars James Belushi, Charles Grodin and Anne De Salvo, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Taking Care of Business make at the box office?
Taking Care of Business grossed $20 million worldwide.
How is Taking Care of Business rated?
Taking Care of Business has 42 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Does Taking Care of Business have a post-credit scene?
No. Taking Care of Business has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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