Films about careers

Films About Careers

List of Films About Careers

“The Devil Wears Prada”, 2006

Director: David Frankel

This comedy-drama follows a young aspiring journalist who lands a job at a prestigious fashion magazine, where she must navigate the demands of her ruthless boss.

Starring: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Simon Baker, Adrian Grenier, Tracie Thoms, Rich Sommer, Daniel Sunjata, David Marshall Grant;
Production year: 2006;
Genre: drama, comedy;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 109 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,9;

More information about the film “The Devil Wears Prada” on the website imdb.com

“Jerry Maguire”, 1996

Director: Cameron Crowe

A sports agent experiences a moral crisis and decides to start his own agency, focusing on personal relationships and integrity over profit.

Starring: Tom Cruise, Renée Zellweger, Cuba Gooding Jr., Kelly Preston, Regina King, Bonnie Hunt, Jay Mohr, Jerry O'Connell, Beau Bridges, Jonathan Lipnicki;
Production year: 1996;
Genre: drama, melodrama, comedy, sport;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 139 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,3;

More information about the film “Jerry Maguire” on the website imdb.com

“The Social Network”, 2010

Director: David Fincher

This biographical drama depicts the rise of Facebook and its founder, Mark Zuckerberg, showcasing the personal and legal battles that accompanied its creation.

Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer, Max Minghella, Rashida Jones, Brenda Song, Rooney Mara, Bryan Barter, Joseph Mazzello;
Production year: 2010;
Genre: drama, biography;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 120 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,8;

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“Up in the Air”, 2009

Director: Jason Reitman

A corporate downsizer travels extensively for work, leading to a lifestyle devoid of personal connections, which he begins to question as the film progresses.

Starring: George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, Anna Kendrick, Jason Bateman, Amy Morton, Melanie Lynskey, J.K. Simmons, Sam Elliott, Danny McBride, Zach Galifianakis;
Production year: 2009;
Genre: drama, melodrama, comedy;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 109 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,4;

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“Moneyball”, 2011

Director: Bennett Miller

Based on a true story, this film follows the Oakland Athletics' general manager, who uses unconventional methods and statistical analysis to build a competitive baseball team on a limited budget.

Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Chris Pratt, Robin Wright, Stephen Bishop, Reed Diamond, Brent Jennings, Ken Medlock, Tammy Blanchard;
Production year: 2011;
Genre: drama, sport, biography, history;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 133 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,6;

More information about the film “Moneyball” on the website imdb.com

“The Pursuit of Happyness”, 2006

Director: Gabriele Muccino

This biographical drama tells the story of Chris Gardner, a struggling salesman who becomes homeless but eventually secures a job as a stockbroker through sheer determination and hard work.

Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Brian Howe, James Karen, Dan Castellaneta, Kurt Fuller, Takayo Fischer, Kevin West, George Cheung;
Production year: 2006;
Genre: drama, biography;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 117 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8;

More information about the film “The Pursuit of Happyness” on the website imdb.com

“Spotlight”, 2015

Director: Tom McCarthy

A team of investigative journalists at The Boston Globe work tirelessly to uncover a massive scandal involving child molestation within the local Catholic Archdiocese.

Starring: Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams, Liev Schreiber, John Slattery, Stanley Tucci, Brian d'Arcy James, Elena Wohl, Gene Amoroso, Doug Murray;
Production year: 2015;
Genre: drama, crime, biography;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 129 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8,1;

“Erin Brockovich”, 2000

Director: Steven Soderbergh

This biographical film follows a legal assistant who helps win a landmark case against a major utility company accused of polluting a town's water supply.

Starring: Julia Roberts, Albert Finney, Aaron Eckhart, Peter Coyote, Cherry Jones, Tracey Walter, Conchata Ferrell, Marg Helgenberger, David Brisbin, Dawn Didawick;
Production year: 2000;
Genre: drama, biography;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 126 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,4;

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“The Intern”, 2015

Director: Nancy Meyers

A retiree becomes a senior intern at an online fashion retailer, where he forms an unlikely friendship with the company's young CEO, helping her navigate professional and personal challenges.

Starring: Robert De Niro, Anne Hathaway, Rene Russo, Anders Holm, JoJo Kushner, Andy Rannells, Adam Devine, Zack Pearlman, Jason Orley, Christina Scherer;
Production year: 2015;
Genre: melodrama, comedy;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 121 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,1;

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“Whiplash”, 2013

Director: Damien Chazelle

A young jazz drummer enrolls at a prestigious music conservatory and endures the relentless and often abusive training methods of his instructor to achieve greatness.

Starring: Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Paul Reiser, Melissa Benoist, Austin Stowell, Nate Lang, Chris Mulkey, Damon Gupton, Suanne Spoke, Max Kasch;
Production year: 2013;
Genre: drama, music;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 106 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8,5;

“Chef”, 2014

Director: Jon Favreau

After a public altercation with a food critic, a chef starts a food truck business, reigniting his passion for cooking and creativity.

Starring: Jon Favreau, Sofía Vergara, John Leguizamo, Scarlett Johansson, Oliver Platt, Bobby Cannavale, Dustin Hoffman, Emjay Anthony, Amy Sedaris, Robert Downey Jr.;
Production year: 2014;
Genre: comedy, drama, family;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 114 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,3;

“Working Girl”, 1988

Director: Mike Nichols

A secretary in the corporate world seizes an opportunity to advance her career by using her boss's absence to pitch her own ideas.

Starring: Melanie Griffith, Harrison Ford, Sigourney Weaver, Alec Baldwin, Joan Cusack, Philip Bosco, Nora Dunn, Oliver Platt, James Lally, Kevin Spacey;
Production year: 1988;
Genre: drama, melodrama, comedy;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 109 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 6,8;

More information about the film “Working Girl” on the website imdb.com

“Office Space”, 1999

Director: Mike Judge

This cult classic comedy satirizes the monotony and absurdities of corporate life through the experiences of a disillusioned software engineer.

Starring: Ron Livingston, Jennifer Aniston, David Herman, Ajay Naidu, Diedrich Bader, Stephen Root, Gary Cole, Richard Riehle, Alexandra Wentworth, Joe Bays;
Production year: 1999;
Genre: comedy;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 89 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,6;

More information about the film “Office Space” on the website imdb.com

“The Wolf of Wall Street”, 2013

Director: Martin Scorsese

This biographical black comedy chronicles the rise and fall of a stockbroker who engages in rampant corruption and fraud on Wall Street.

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, Margot Robbie, Kyle Chandler, Rob Reiner, P.J. Byrne, Jon Bernthal, Cristin Milioti, Jean Dujardin, Matthew McConaughey;
Production year: 2013;
Genre: drama, crime, biography, comedy;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 180 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8,2;

In conclusion, films that revolve around various careers not only highlight the challenges and triumphs experienced in different professions but also serve as a window into the diverse worlds of work that shape human experiences. From the adrenaline-fueled endeavors of attorneys in courtroom dramas to the meticulous craftsmanship depicted in art and culinary films, such cinema celebrates human aspiration and perseverance. These films have significant value, helping audiences gain a newfound appreciation for professions they may be unfamiliar with while providing inspiration and insights into one's own career journey. As a medium for storytelling, film continues to be a powerful tool in exploring the wider narrative of work and its impact on the human spirit.