Clockwatchers

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Clockwatchers

PG-13

1997

1h 45m

Comedy

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While she tries to determine her career goals, Iris (Toni Collette) becomes a temporary worker for Global Credit. There, all the regular employees ignore her, so she becomes friendly with three other temps: socializing actress Paula (Lisa Kudrow), conceited Jane (Alanna Ubach) and rebellious Margaret (Parker Posey). Though Margaret pines for a permanent job with the company, a rash of office thefts makes people suspicious of her, and Iris wonders whether or not to stand behind her new friend.

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Melissa Anderson

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A downbeat yet pungent comedy about the indignities of temp life, the film keenly dissects the tenuousness of camaraderie forged among those deemed disposable, and quietly but unequivocally diagnoses the ills of end-of-millennium corporate culture.

Apr 16, 2021

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Roger Ebert

Chicago Sun-Times

This is a rare film about the way people actually live.

Rated: 3.5/4

Jan 1, 2000

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Brian Orndorf

Blu-ray.com

It's not huge on laughs, but the details of the writing and the performances are excellent, with Sprecher landing a lot of uncomfortable truths about relationships and behavior along the way.

Rated: B+

Mar 17, 2025

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Chance Solem-Pfeifer

Willamette Week

This workplace comedy gets its kicks on both lightly Kafkaesque mystery and the disappointment of young people seeking identity outside of work while perched precariously and anonymously on the edge of career opportunity.

Jan 22, 2025

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

It’s all very funny, and it’s all very sad.

Rated: 3/4

Oct 14, 2024

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

There’s little doubt, ultimately, that Clockwatchers fares best in its compelling, relatable first act...

Rated: 2.5/4

Jun 5, 2024

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Amy M

This was the most boring movie about work I've ever watched! The setting is very dull and generic. I initially started watching it because Lisa Kudrow and who I thought was Courtney Cox only she turned out to be a different actress I never heard of were in it. I guess it was kind of relatable, temps being the first to be accused when personal belongings go missing, but was too slow paced, only for there to be no good pay off at the end. Especially when the office theif is essentially caught there's no consequences so for me this movie was a waste of time.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

08/10/25

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Massoud H

I am one of the people who is revisiting Parker Posey's oeuvre because of White Lotus. I first saw this movie on a Blockbuster VHS, as a child. I didn't appreciate then the many subtle social commentaries, the poetic rhythms, and the artistry of this film. Mentally stimulating, and yet not overwhelming.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/30/25

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Almond D

Iconic in all areas. Directing, acting, writing. A comfort watch that I need to turn on more often.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/13/25

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Richard D

I guess I just don't get it. A slice of life piece is the only thing I can call it. It is NOTHING like Office Space. The characters here are realistic but only one of them is interesting. It's not funny. It's pretty dull and not much happens. The DP did what he could with flat walls and flat lighting. It would probably be better as a play.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

11/05/24

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Audience Member

Depressingly true. More movies should be made with male/female friendships. Instead of men on one side and women on other side.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

09/11/24

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Steve D

Not crazy about the script but it is at least more interesting than Office Space.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

09/20/23

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Synopsis

While she tries to determine her career goals, Iris (Toni Collette) becomes a temporary worker for Global Credit. There, all the regular employees ignore her, so she becomes friendly with three other temps: socializing actress Paula (Lisa Kudrow), conceited Jane (Alanna Ubach) and rebellious Margaret (Parker Posey). Though Margaret pines for a permanent job with the company, a rash of office thefts makes people suspicious of her, and Iris wonders whether or not to stand behind her new friend.

Director: Jill Sprecher
Producer: Gina Resnick
Screenwriter: Jill Sprecher
Production Co: Goldcrest Films International, John Flock Productions
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 30, 2020
Box Office (Gross USA): $444.4K
Runtime: 1h 45m
Sound Mix: Surround

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