Secretary
2002, English. Directed by Steven Shainberg.
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A young woman, recently released from a mental hospital, gets a job as a secretary to a demanding lawyer, where their employer-employee relationship turns into a sexual, sadomasochistic one.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 2,047 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Secretary
Secretary is streaming on Lionsgate Play and Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Steven ShainbergDirector
- James SpaderMr. Grey
- Maggie GyllenhaalLee Holloway
- Jeremy DaviesPeter
- Lesley Ann WarrenJoan Holloway
- Stephen McHattieBurt Holloway
- Patrick BauchauDr. Twardon
- Jessica TuckTricia O'Connor
- Osgood PerkinsJonathan
- Amy LocaneLee's Sister
- Mary JoySylvia
- Michael MantellStewart
- Lily KnightParalegal
Details
- Released
- 20 September 2002
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Erin Cressida Wilson
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $9.3M
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Secretary: quick answers
Is Secretary worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 2,047 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Secretary?
Secretary runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Secretary have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Secretary. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Secretary parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Secretary is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Secretary on?
Secretary is streaming on Lionsgate Play and Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Secretary?
If you liked Secretary, try Crash, Erotic Seductions, My Mistress.
Who directed Secretary?
Secretary (2002) was directed by Steven Shainberg and stars James Spader, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jeremy Davies.