Life with Mikey (1993)

Michael Chapman was once a child television star. But when he grew up, he couldn't get work. So he and his brother, Ed start their own talent agency that specializes in child acts. They ... See full summary »

Director:

James Lapine

Writer:

Marc Lawrence

Stars:

Michael J. Fox, Christina Vidal, Nathan Lane

2 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Michael J. Fox	...	Michael Chapman
Christina Vidal	...	Angie Vega
Nathan Lane	...	Ed Chapman
Cyndi Lauper	...	Geena Briganti
David Krumholtz	...	Barry Corman
David Huddleston	...	Mr. Corcoran
Victor Garber	...	Brian Spiro
Frances Chaney	...	Mrs. Cantrell
Kathryn Grody	...	Mrs. Corman
Mary Alice	...	Mrs. Gordon
Annabelle Gurwitch	...	Debbie
Kathleen McNenny	...	Allison Jones
Jonathan C. Kaplan	...	George (as Jonathan Charles Kaplan)
Tony Hendra	...	Cookie Commercial Director
Mario Todisco	...	Driver

Storyline

Michael Chapman was once a child television star. But when he grew up, he couldn't get work. So he and his brother, Ed start their own talent agency that specializes in child acts. They can't seem to find the next big thing, and they have to deal with another agency who's not above bribery to get the kids to sign with them. One day, Michael meets a girl named Angie and she's a real spitfire. Michael thinks she could be what they are looking for. Problem is, is that she has a big chip on her shoulder.

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Plot Keywords:

child | child act | brother | talent agency | pickpocket | 

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Taglines:

He's a talent agent. She's a thief. Looks like they've already got something in common.

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Genres:

Comedy | Family

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for language and thematic elements

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

4 June 1993 (USA)

Also Known As:

Give Me a Break

Filming Locations:

West 83rd street and Columbus Ave., USA

Box Office

Gross USA:

$12,440,858

Company Credits

Production Co:

Touchstone Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

91 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Released straight to video in the UK.

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Goofs

When Angie and Mike are sitting at the breakfast bar, he lays the fork on the counter. In the next shot, it's already in the bowl.

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Quotes

Ed Chapman: Why isn't she in school?
Angie Vega: I'm off for the holidays.
Ed Chapman: Christmas is two weeks away.
Angie Vega: I'm very religious, you got a problem with that?

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Connections

References Teenage Zombies (1959)

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Soundtracks

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Music by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy
Lyrics by Charles Wesley
Arranged and Performed by Betty

User Reviews

Great Movie....Great Cast...A lot better than expected!

This is a great movie and michael J. Fox does excellent in this role! This is the movie that marked the beginning of the career of christina vidal, although some others may not agree I thought she did great. As the little tough girl from the streets of brooklyn she does an excellent job. This movie is something I bought after seeing this on HBO and to me is a classic. This is definitley worth a look and I give it 4 1/2 to 5 out of 5 stars. One thing to know about this movie. Don't think about it. JUST WATCH!