Not for Publication
1984, English. Directed by Paul Bartel.
A scandalous comedy!
A tabloid reporter and her new photographer, who've recently started working for the mayor of New York City, stumble upon evidence of conspiracy and political corruption that may involve their beloved mayor.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Not for Publication is streaming on Shout! Factory in India.
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Details
- Released
- 1 November 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Bartel, John Meyer
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Not for Publication runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
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Not for Publication is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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Not for Publication is streaming on Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Not for Publication?
If you liked Not for Publication, try The Cheap Detective, A Shot in the Dark, The Thursday Murder Club.
Who directed Not for Publication?
Not for Publication (1984) was directed by Paul Bartel and stars Nancy Allen, David Naughton, Laurence Luckinbill.