The Pick-up Artist
1987, English. Directed by James Toback.
The Pick-Up Artist... has finally met his match.
A womanizer meets his match when he falls for the daughter of a gambling addict who is in debt to the mob.
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- James TobackDirector
- Molly RingwaldRandy Jensen
- Robert Downey Jr.Jack Jericho
- Dennis HopperFlash Jensen
- Danny AielloPhil Harper
- Mildred DunnockNellie
- Victoria JacksonLulu
- Frederick KoehlerRichie
- Bob GuntonFernando Portacarrero
- Harvey KeitelAlonzo Scolara
- Christine BaranskiHarriet
- Tamara BrunoKaren
- Clem CasertaClem
Details
- Released
- 18 September 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Toback
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $13M
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The Pick-up Artist: quick answers
Is The Pick-up Artist worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 208 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Pick-up Artist?
The Pick-up Artist runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).
Does The Pick-up Artist have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Pick-up Artist. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Pick-up Artist parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Pick-up Artist is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Pick-up Artist on?
The Pick-up Artist isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 18 September 1987. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Pick-up Artist?
If you liked The Pick-up Artist, try Heartbreakers, Jingle Bell Heist, Saving Silverman.
Who directed The Pick-up Artist?
The Pick-up Artist (1987) was directed by James Toback and stars Molly Ringwald, Robert Downey Jr., Dennis Hopper.