
It runs a compact 1h 25m.
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Synopsis
Swope—the only black man on the executive board of an advertising firm—is accidentally put in charge after the death of the chairman.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 6.7/10 | 53% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 73% | 26% |
| TMDB | 6.3/1085 votes | 21% |
| Balasaur Score | 68 | 100% |
Key crew
- Robert Downey Sr.Director, Writer
- Charley CuvaOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Arnold JohnsonPutney Swope
- Stan GottliebNathan
- Allen GarfieldElias, Jr.
- Archie RussellJoker
- Ramon GordonBissinger
- Bert LawrenceHawker
- Joe MaddenMr. Syllables
- Antonio FargasThe Arab
- Laura GreeneMrs. Swope
- Allan ArbusMr. Bad News
- Pepi HerminePresident of the United States
- Ruth HermineFirst Lady












