Discover Ask AI Trending My List Blog

The Secret of My Success - Movie - Where to watch online via streaming - United States | MovieWiser

REMOVE ADS

The Secret of My Success

MOVIE

1987

5.1

Add to watchlist

Watched

Liked

Disliked

The Secret of My Success

1h 51min

COMEDY

Brantley Foster, a well-educated kid from Kansas, has always dreamed of making it big in New York, but once in New York, he learns that jobs - and girls - are hard to get. When Brantley visits his uncle, Howard Prescott, who runs a multi-million-dollar company, he is given a job in the company's mail room.

Watch it on

STREAMING

RENT

BUY

REMOVE ADS

Loading...

Loading...

Videos

The Secret of My Success 1987 Trailer HD | Michael J. Fox | Helen Slater

The Secret of My Succe$s Official Trailer #1 - Michael J. Fox Movie (1987) HD

Images

You may also enjoy

Thunderstruck

Brain Donors

The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest

Taking Care of Business

Taking Care of Business

The Distinguished Gentleman

The Distinguished Gentleman

The Hustle

Oscar

American Dreamer

American Dreamer

Work It

The Ladies Man

The Slammin' Salmon

The Slammin' Salmon

The Errand Boy

Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger

Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger

Seth Meyers: Lobby Baby

Seth Meyers: Lobby Baby

Wayne's World

The New Guy

Old Boys

Bachelor Party

Undercover Brother

Undercover Brother

Corner Office

Trending

A Marvel Television Special Presentation - The Punisher: One Last Kill

A Marvel Television Special Presentation - The Punisher: One Last Kill

Project Hail Mary

Project Hail Mary

Mortal Kombat II

Mortal Kombat II

Remarkably Bright Creatures

Remarkably Bright Creatures

Michael

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Devil Wears Prada 2

The Devil Wears Prada 2

Swapped

Hoppers

The Drama

Obsession

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

The Sheep Detectives

The Sheep Detectives

Dhurandhar: The Revenge

Dhurandhar: The Revenge

Apex

Avatar: Fire and Ash

Send Help

My Dearest Assassin

My Dearest Assassin

Beast

Faces of Death

Explore Details

Original Title

The Secret of My Success

Runtime (Duration)

1h 51min

Directors

Critics & Audience Score

5.1

Total Votes

690

Release Year

1987

Country

United States of America

Production Budget

$12M

Box Office Revenue

$111M

Profit / Loss Analysis

$99M

Long Books? 🚀 Read Faster

Compress books with AI and read up to 90% faster

REMOVE ADS

Casting

Actors

Brantley Foster aka Carlton Whitfield

Howard Prescott

Margaret Whitton

Margaret Whitton

Christopher Murney

Christopher Murney

Barney Rattigan

Donald Davenport

Elizabeth Franz

Elizabeth Franz

Susan Kellermann

Susan Kellermann

Ashley J. Laurence

Vernon S. Fletcher

Christopher Durang

Christopher Durang

MacIntyre Dixon

MacIntyre Dixon

Bill Fagerbakke

Bill Fagerbakke

Mary Catherine Wright

Research Department Clerk

Shipping Executive

Fired Executive

Liquor Store Owner

Crew

ORIGINAL MUSIC COMPOSER

ORIGINAL MUSIC COMPOSER

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

Joseph M. Caracciolo

UNIT PRODUCTION MANAGER

SUPERVISING SOUND EDITOR

SOUND RE-RECORDING MIXER

Louis D'Esposito

Louis D'Esposito

SECOND ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Robert V. Girolami

FIRST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Walter Stocklin

PROPERTY MASTER

SUPERVISING ADR EDITOR

Frank Graziadei

SOUND RECORDIST

SECOND SECOND ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

SOUND RE-RECORDING MIXER

ASSISTANT EDITOR

SOUND RE-RECORDING MIXER

Most frequently asked questions

Loading...

Discover if "The Secret of My Success" (Movie) is also available to watch on streaming online in this countries:

Spain,
France,
Germany,
Italy,
United kingdom,
Canada,
United States,
Switzerland,
Norway,
and more...

Top 10 Movies Top 10 Series Trending AI Personalized Recommendations Search movies, series or cast Visit our blog Latest Trailers Trending Community Queries

Moviewiser respects the intellectual property rights of others. All movie and series data provided is for informational purposes only. We do not distribute any movie or series copyright content in United States or any other country. If you believe that any content on this site infringes your copyright, please contact us immediately at info.moviewiser@gmail.com, and we will promptly address your concerns in accordance with the DMCA.

Reviews

Write a review for The Secret of My Success

Related articles

Movies about money: A guide to financial thrillers and dramas
Money making ideas: Top movies on financial success and ambition
Top 10 space movies with iconic style and chemistry
Top movies like Kal ho na ho for your next emotional watch
Best cerebral science fiction movies like Arrival

Editor Reviews

Ines Blackwood
Rating: 4
4
December 17, 2025
Get ready for a dose of 80s charm and ambition with 'The Secret of My Success'! Michael J. Fox stars as Brantley Foster, a bright young man from Kansas who moves to New York City with big dreams, only to find himself starting at the bottom. Undeterred, he creates a double identity to climb the corporate ladder, working two jobs – one as a mailroom clerk and the other as a rising executive. This comedic romp perfectly captures the era's fascination with corporate climbing and the pursuit of wealth. The film's soundtrack was a huge hit, featuring the titular song by Night Ranger, which became an anthem for ambition. It's a delightful and energetic film that offers a lighthearted yet insightful look at making your way in the big city, proving that sometimes, a little ingenuity (and a lot of chutzpah) is the secret to success.
Otto Blackwell
Rating: 3
3
October 29, 2025
'The Secret of My Success' is an energetic 80s comedy that perfectly captures the era's ambition and go-getter spirit. Michael J. Fox stars as Brantley Foster, a bright young man from Kansas who moves to New York City with big dreams, only to find himself starting in the mailroom. Through a series of hilarious deceptions and clever maneuvers, he manages to climb the corporate ladder by secretly posing as an executive. It's a lighthearted yet sharp satire on corporate culture, showcasing how ingenuity and a bit of daring can lead to unexpected opportunities. A fun, feel-good movie about making your own breaks in the big city!