Workplace Drama Movies

The Workplace Drama section on 123movies dives headfirst into office politics, cutthroat ambition, and behind-the-scenes chaos. From HR nightmares to high-stakes boardroom blowups, these flicks show that work drama isn’t just about deadlines — it’s personal. Whether it’s coworker rivalries or toxic power plays, every storyline hits close to home. Clock in and brace yourself — the tension here’s thicker than the morning coffee.

BlackBerry BlackBerry 7.3 2min
BlackBerry
IMDb: 7.3
2min

Two mismatched entrepreneurs – egghead innovator Mike Lazaridis and cut-throat businessman Jim Balsillie – joined forces in an endeavour that was to become a worldwide hit in little more than a decade. The story of the meteoric rise and catastrophic demise of the world’s first smartphone.

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Boiling Point Boiling Point 7.5 1h 32min
Boiling Point
IMDb: 7.5
1h 32min

Enter the relentless pressure of a restaurant kitchen as a head chef wrangles his team on the busiest day of the year.

Bombshell Bombshell 6.8 1h 49min
Bombshell
IMDb: 6.8
1h 49min

Based on the real scandal, BOMBSHELL is a revealing look inside the most powerful and controversial media empire of all time; and the explosive story of the women who brought down the infamous man who created it.

Bad Education Bad Education 7.1 1h 48min
Bad Education
IMDb: 7.1
1h 48min

In this gripping drama, the story unfolds around a school district’s superintendent, played by Hugh Jackman, and his assistant, portrayed by Allison Janney, as they become embroiled in a massive…

Sorry to Bother You Sorry to Bother You 6.9 1h 52min
Sorry to Bother You
IMDb: 6.9
1h 52min

In this surreal and satirical film, a young African-American telemarketer named Cassius Green discovers a magical key to professional success, which propels him into a macabre universe of corporate greed….

The Founder The Founder 7.2 1h 55min
The Founder
IMDb: 7.2
1h 55min

Directed by John Lee Hancock, this film chronicles the rise of Ray Kroc, a struggling salesman who transforms a small burger operation into a global fast-food empire. Michael Keaton stars…

Elle Elle 7.1 2h 10min
Elle
IMDb: 7.1
2h 10min

In this gripping psychological thriller, a successful businesswoman, portrayed by Isabelle Huppert, navigates the aftermath of a violent assault in her home. As she embarks on a journey to uncover…

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Joy Joy 6.6 2h 4min
Joy
IMDb: 6.6
2h 4min

In this 2015 film directed by David O. Russell, the story follows a determined woman who rises to become the matriarch of a powerful business dynasty. The narrative is inspired…

The Big Short The Big Short 7.8 2h 10min
The Big Short
IMDb: 7.8
2h 10min

This 2015 film, directed by Adam McKay, delves into the intricate and often bewildering world of finance, focusing on the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis. It follows…

Spotlight Spotlight 8.1 2h 9min
Spotlight
IMDb: 8.1
2h 9min

Directed by Tom McCarthy, this gripping drama follows the investigative journalism team at The Boston Globe as they uncover a massive scandal involving child molestation and cover-ups within the local…

The Intern The Intern 7.1 2h 1min
The Intern
IMDb: 7.1
2h 1min

In this 2015 comedy-drama, Robert De Niro stars as a 70-year-old widower who becomes an intern at an online fashion retailer, where he works under the company’s young and driven…

Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance 7.7 1h 59min
Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance
IMDb: 7.7
1h 59min

In this critically acclaimed film, Michael Keaton stars as a washed-up actor, once famous for his role as a superhero, who struggles to mount a Broadway play in a bid…

Two Days, One Night Two Days, One Night 7.3 1h 35min
Two Days, One Night
IMDb: 7.3
1h 35min

In this compelling drama, Marion Cotillard delivers a powerful performance as Sandra, a woman who has just two days and one night to convince her colleagues to forgo their bonuses…

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Chef Chef 7.3 1h 54min
Chef
IMDb: 7.3
1h 54min

A talented chef, played by Jon Favreau, finds himself at a crossroads after a public altercation with a food critic. In an effort to rediscover his passion for cooking, he…

The Wind Rises The Wind Rises 7.8 2h 6min
The Wind Rises
IMDb: 7.8
2h 6min

Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Japan, this animated film follows the life of Jiro Horikoshi, an ambitious young man who dreams of designing beautiful airplanes. As he navigates…

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Take Shelter Take Shelter 7.3 2min
Take Shelter
IMDb: 7.3
2min

In this gripping psychological drama, Curtis LaForche, played by Michael Shannon, is a small-town family man who begins experiencing apocalyptic visions and disturbing dreams. As he becomes increasingly obsessed with…

Margin Call Margin Call 7.1 1h 47min
Margin Call
IMDb: 7.1
1h 47min

Set against the backdrop of the 2008 financial crisis, this gripping drama delves into the high-stakes world of a Wall Street investment bank over a tense 24-hour period. The film…

Up in the Air Up in the Air 7.4 1h 49min
Up in the Air
IMDb: 7.4
1h 49min

In this 2009 film directed by Jason Reitman, George Clooney stars as Ryan Bingham, a corporate downsizer who spends most of his life traveling across the country. His comfortable routine…

Pursuit of Happyness Pursuit of Happyness 8.0 1h 57min
Pursuit of Happyness
IMDb: 8
1h 57min

In this 2006 film directed by Gabriele Muccino, the story follows Chris Gardner, portrayed by Will Smith, as he struggles with homelessness while trying to provide a better life for…

The Devil Wears Prada The Devil Wears Prada 6.9 1h 49min
The Devil Wears Prada
IMDb: 6.9
1h 49min

In this 2006 film directed by David Frankel, a young aspiring journalist named Andy Sachs lands a job as an assistant to the powerful and demanding editor-in-chief of a high…

In Good Company In Good Company 6.5 1h 49min
In Good Company
IMDb: 6.5
1h 49min

In this 2004 film directed by Paul Weitz, the story revolves around Dan Foreman, a middle-aged advertising executive played by Dennis Quaid, who finds his life turned upside down when…

Dirty Pretty Things Dirty Pretty Things 7.2 1h 37min
Dirty Pretty Things
IMDb: 7.2
1h 37min

In this gripping thriller directed by Stephen Frears, the story unfolds in the underbelly of London, where illegal immigrants navigate a world of exploitation and survival. The film follows Okwe,…

Secretary Secretary 6.9 1h 47min
Secretary
IMDb: 6.9
1h 47min

In this 2002 film directed by Steven Shainberg, the story follows Lee Holloway, played by Maggie Gyllenhaal, as she navigates her new job as a secretary for a demanding lawyer,…

American Psycho American Psycho 7.6 1h 42min
American Psycho
IMDb: 7.6
1h 42min

Set in the opulent world of 1980s Manhattan, this film follows Patrick Bateman, a wealthy and successful investment banker who leads a double life as a serial killer. The movie…

Erin Brockovich Erin Brockovich 7.5 2h 11min
Erin Brockovich
IMDb: 7.5
2h 11min

In this compelling drama directed by Steven Soderbergh, Julia Roberts delivers a powerful performance as a determined legal assistant who uncovers a major environmental scandal. The film follows her journey…

Boiler Room Boiler Room 7.0 2min
Boiler Room
IMDb: 7
2min

In this gripping drama, a college dropout named Seth Davis, played by Giovanni Ribisi, finds himself entangled in the high-stakes world of stockbroking at a small firm with questionable ethics….

The Insider The Insider 7.8 2h 37min
The Insider
IMDb: 7.8
2h 37min

This gripping drama, directed by Michael Mann, delves into the high-stakes world of corporate whistleblowing and investigative journalism. Starring Al Pacino and Russell Crowe, the film follows a former tobacco…

Fight Club Fight Club 8.8 2h 19min
Fight Club
IMDb: 8.8
2h 19min

In this 1999 film directed by David Fincher, an unnamed protagonist, played by Edward Norton, navigates a mundane life plagued by insomnia. His world changes dramatically after meeting the enigmatic…

Contact Contact 7.5 2h 30min
Contact
IMDb: 7.5
2h 30min

In this 1997 science fiction film directed by Robert Zemeckis, Dr. Ellie Arroway, played by Jodie Foster, is a dedicated scientist who discovers a signal from an extraterrestrial source. As…

Jerry Maguire Jerry Maguire 7.3 2h 19min
Jerry Maguire
IMDb: 7.3
2h 19min

In this 1996 film, a successful sports agent experiences a crisis of conscience and decides to start his own agency, taking with him only one client and a single colleague….

Mr. Holland’s Opus Mr. Holland’s Opus 7.3 2h 24min
Mr. Holland’s Opus
IMDb: 7.3
2h 24min

In this heartfelt drama directed by Stephen Herek, Richard Dreyfuss stars as a passionate musician who takes up a teaching job to support his family, only to discover a profound…

Empire Records Empire Records 6.7 1h 30min
Empire Records
IMDb: 6.7
1h 30min

Set in a bustling independent record store, this 1995 film follows a group of young employees as they navigate a day filled with personal dilemmas and the looming threat of…

The Hudsucker Proxy The Hudsucker Proxy 7.2 1h 51min
The Hudsucker Proxy
IMDb: 7.2
1h 51min

In this 1994 film directed by Joel Coen, a naive business graduate named Norville Barnes, played by Tim Robbins, finds himself unexpectedly thrust into the position of president at a…

Glengarry Glen Ross Glengarry Glen Ross 7.7 1h 40min
Glengarry Glen Ross
IMDb: 7.7
1h 40min

Set in the high-stakes world of real estate sales, this intense drama follows a group of desperate salesmen as they struggle to keep their jobs amidst a ruthless competition. The…

The Player The Player 7.5 2h 4min
The Player
IMDb: 7.5
2h 4min

In this satirical take on Hollywood, a studio executive, played by Tim Robbins, finds himself in a precarious situation when he starts receiving death threats from a disgruntled screenwriter whose…

Working Girl Working Girl 6.8 1h 53min
Working Girl
IMDb: 6.8
1h 53min

In this 1988 film, a determined secretary from Staten Island, played by Melanie Griffith, navigates the corporate world of Manhattan with aspirations of climbing the corporate ladder. When her boss,…

Wall Street Wall Street 7.3 2h 6min
Wall Street
IMDb: 7.3
2h 6min

In this 1987 drama, a young and ambitious stockbroker becomes entangled in the high-stakes world of corporate finance, driven by the allure of wealth and power. The film stars Michael…

Network Network 8.1 2h 1min
Network
IMDb: 8.1
2h 1min

A TV network cynically exploits a deranged ex-TV anchor’s ravings and revelations about the media for their own profit.

All the President’s Men All the President’s Men 7.9 2h 18min
All the President’s Men
IMDb: 7.9
2h 18min

Directed by Alan J. Pakula, this gripping political thriller delves into the investigative journalism that uncovered the Watergate scandal, ultimately leading to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. The film…

His Girl Friday His Girl Friday 7.8 1h 32min
His Girl Friday
IMDb: 7.8
1h 32min

In this classic screwball comedy directed by Howard Hawks, the story revolves around a fast-talking newspaper editor, played by Cary Grant, who tries to win back his ex-wife and star…