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The Barefoot Executive (1971)
Director: Robert Butler
Cast: Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Harry Morgan, Wally Cox
Runtime96 min
RatingU
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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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The Barefoot Executive (1971) is a delightful Disney comedy that features a charismatic performance from Kurt Russell as an ambitious mailroom clerk who discovers his girlfriend's chimp can predict TV hits, leading to a madcap climb up the corporate ladder full of hilarious hijinks and narrow escapes. This family-friendly film directed by Robert Butler blends slapstick humor with heartwarming themes, making it a must-see for fans of vintage Disney comedies.
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The Barefoot Executive is a 1971 American comedy film starring Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Wally Cox, Heather North, Harry Morgan and John Ritter. The plot concerns a pet chimpanzee named Raffles who can predict the popularity of television programs. The film was produced by Walt Disney Productions and directed by Robert Butler. It was frequently aired during The Wonderful World of Disney from the late 1970s through the 1980s.
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