

From the Hip
1987, English. Directed by Bob Clark.
Getting To The Top Means Working Like A Dog!
Apprentice lawyer Robin Weathers turns a civil suit into a headline grabbing charade. He must reexamine his scruples after his shenanigans win him a promotion in his firm, and he must now defend a college professor who is appearantly guilty of murder.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch From the Hip
From the Hip isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Bob ClarkDirector
- Judd NelsonRobin "Stormy" Weathers
- Elizabeth PerkinsJo Ann
- John HurtDouglas Benoit
- Darren McGavinCraig Duncan
- Dan MonahanLarry
- David Alan GrierSteve Hadley
- Nancy MarchandRoberta Winnaker
- Allan ArbusPhil Ames
- Edward WinterRaymond Torkenson
- Richard ZobelMatt Cowens
- Ray Walston1st Judge
- Robert Irvin ElliottScott Murray
Details
- Released
- 6 February 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Bob Clark, David E. Kelley
- Budget
- $9M
- Box office
- $9.5M
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From the Hip: quick answers
Is From the Hip worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is From the Hip?
From the Hip runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does From the Hip have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for From the Hip. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
From the Hip parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
From the Hip is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is From the Hip on?
From the Hip isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like From the Hip?
If you liked From the Hip, try Nothing in Common, Parenthood, Three for the Road.
Who directed From the Hip?
From the Hip (1987) was directed by Bob Clark and stars Judd Nelson, Elizabeth Perkins, John Hurt.