Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "asking-for-a-raise"

1. Snitch (I) (2013)

PG-13 | 112 min | Action, Drama, Thriller

A father goes undercover for the DEA in order to free his son, who was imprisoned after being set up in a drug deal.

Director: Ric Roman Waugh | Stars: Dwayne Johnson, Susan Sarandon, Jon Bernthal, Rafi Gavron

Votes: 92,785 | Gross: $42.93M

2. An Inspector Calls (2015 TV Movie)

TV-PG | 87 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

A mysterious inspector investigates the wealthy Birling family and their dinner guest following the suicide of a young woman.

Director: Aisling Walsh | Stars: Sophie Rundle, Lucy Chappell, Miranda Richardson, Ken Stott

Votes: 15,654

3. The Trip to Bountiful (1985)

PG | 108 min | Drama

In 1940s Texas, an elderly woman is determined to visit her childhood home one last time.

Director: Peter Masterson | Stars: Geraldine Page, John Heard, Carlin Glynn, Richard Bradford

Votes: 5,300 | Gross: $7.47M

4. Strange Bargain (1949)

Approved | 68 min | Crime, Drama, Film-Noir

In order to cash-in a life insurance policy, a failing business owner asks one of his employees, who has financial woes of his own, to aid him in disguising his suicide into a robbery-murder.

Director: Will Price | Stars: Martha Scott, Jeffrey Lynn, Harry Morgan, Katherine Emery

Votes: 864

5. Edge of Doom (1950)

Not Rated | 99 min | Crime, Drama, Film-Noir

A mentally unbalanced young man kills a priest. One of the priest's colleagues sets out to find the killer.

Director: Mark Robson | Stars: Dana Andrews, Farley Granger, Joan Evans, Robert Keith

Votes: 932

6. Elf-Man (2011)

Not Rated | 86 min | Comedy, Family, Fantasy

An Elf is left behind by Santa to help rescue the Harper family from a lousy Christmas. The Elf and the family get more than they bargained for, as the kids help the Elf discover his special powers and true identity as a budding superhero.

Director: Ethan Wiley | Stars: Jason 'Wee Man' Acuña, Jeffrey Combs, Mackenzie Astin, Mirelly Taylor

Votes: 780

7. Piso mou s' eho, satana (1971)

95 min | Comedy

A successful insurance agent and classy womaniser responds to the exciting "Rose of Isfahan's" advert in a lonely hearts column; however, his beguiling charm fails to bear fruit. Who is that mysterious woman? Will he ever see her again?

Director: Dinos Dimopoulos | Stars: Labros Konstadaras, Maro Kodou, Anna Matzourani, Vicky Vanita

Votes: 139

8. Bunker Bean (1936)

Passed | 67 min | Comedy, Romance

Bunker Bean, a meek office clerk, has grandiose dreams but seems destined to remain forever in his lowly station. He seeks out the help of a fortune- teller, who tells him he is the ... See full summary »

Directors: William Hamilton, Edward Killy | Stars: Owen Davis Jr., Louise Latimer, Robert McWade, Jessie Ralph

Votes: 219

9. Meet the Bride (1937)

17 min | Short, Comedy

Newlywed Pat gets a raise from his boss. Herman, seeing how simple it is, tells his boss of his own marriage plans. All goes well until both bosses drop in on both young men to "meet the ... See full summary »

Director: Robert Hall | Stars: Tim Herbert, Pat Rooney Jr., Sally Starr, George Shelton

10. Mary Pickford: The Muse of the Movies (2008)

Not Rated | 102 min | Documentary, Biography

A chronicle of the life and career of silent film star Mary Pickford.

Director: Nicholas Eliopoulos | Stars: Charles Chaplin, Walt Disney, Amelia Earhart, Douglas Fairbanks Jr.

Votes: 223

11. How Ned Got the Raise (1912)

8 min | Comedy, Short

An employee wants a raise to afford marriage, but his boss refuses to give to him the extra pay. So, with the help of a pretty young maid, he concocts a scam to force his boss' hand.

Stars: Tom McEvoy, Dick Lee, Mary Liston, Violet Horner

Votes: 17

12. Michal Kutek: Kryzys wieku mlodego (2019 TV Special)

28 min | Comedy

Add a Plot

Director: Michal Kutek | Stars: Michal Kutek, Karol Kopiec

13. Becker (1998–2004)
Episode: Psycho Therapy (2001)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

Continuing from last season, Becker is ordered by a judge to see a therapist about his problem with authority. Jake tires of his new girlfriend's wanting to describe for him every little thing she's doing. Linda lobbies for a raise.

Director: Andy Ackerman | Stars: Ted Danson, Terry Farrell, Hattie Winston, Shawnee Smith

Votes: 112

14. The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961–1966)
Episode: It Wouldn't Hurt Them to Give Us a Raise (1964)

TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family

On learning they're not the highest paid writers for their highest rated show, Sally and Buddy go on strike. Rob, speaking on their behalf for raises, gets a bewildering introduction to Alan's convoluted corporate structure.

Director: Peter Baldwin | Stars: Dick Van Dyke, Rose Marie, Morey Amsterdam, Larry Mathews

Votes: 245

15. I Love Lucy (1951–1957)
Episode: Ricky Asks for a Raise (1952)

TV-Y | 30 min | Comedy, Family

After Ricky loses his job when he asks for a raise, Lucy comes up with a plan to demonstrate to his boss how important he is.

Director: Marc Daniels | Stars: Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Vivian Vance, William Frawley

Votes: 412

16. I'll Fly Away (1991–1993)
Episode: Eighteen (1992)

Drama

Forrest hires young white convict Francis to infiltrate the Ku Klux Klan. Slocum decides to marry Parkie but not before he and Nathan make a visit to a whorehouse. Whilst there Nathan meets... See full summary »

Director: David Chase | Stars: Sam Waterston, Regina Taylor, Jeremy London, Ashlee Levitch

17. Just Shoot Me! (1997–2003)
Episode: La Cage (1997)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

Despite warnings from Elliott, Finch falls for a beautiful and wild model.

Director: Lee Shallat Chemel | Stars: Laura San Giacomo, George Segal, Wendie Malick, Enrico Colantoni

Votes: 183

18. The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970–1977)
Episode: Assistant Wanted, Female (1970)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy

Mary reluctantly hires Phyllis to be her assistant in the newsroom.

Director: Peter Baldwin | Stars: Mary Tyler Moore, Edward Asner, Valerie Harper, Gavin MacLeod

Votes: 235

19. The Andy Griffith Show (1960–1968)
Episode: A Medal for Opie (1962)

TV-G | 26 min | Comedy, Family

Opie signs up for a race to win a medal but learns a lesson in good sportsmanship instead.

Director: Bob Sweeney | Stars: Andy Griffith, Ron Howard, Don Knotts, Frances Bavier

Votes: 318

20. The Carol Burnett Show (1967–1978)
Episode: Tim Conway and Peggy Lee (1970)

TV-G | 60 min | Comedy, Family

Highlights include: guests Peggy Lee and Tim Conway join Carol, Lyle and Vicki for a Swiss bell-ringing bit to "Applause"; Harvey and Carol, spoofing Tiny Tim and Miss Vicki, sing "No Two ... See full summary »

Director: Dave Powers | Stars: Carol Burnett, Harvey Korman, Vicki Lawrence, Lyle Waggoner

Votes: 40

21. Bless the Harts (2019–2021)
Episode: Invasion of the Potty Snatcher (2020)

TV-14 | Animation, Comedy

Jenny tries to get a raise from Louise without actually asking for it; Betty runs into her old teacher on whom she used to have a crush.

Directors: Mollie Helms, Joseph Scott, Albert Calleros, Valerie Fletcher | Stars: Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Jillian Bell, Ike Barinholtz

Votes: 71

22. The Danny Kaye Show (1963–1967)
Episode: Vikki Carr (1966)

Comedy, Music

Danny is joined by singers Vikki Carr and John Gary and series regulars Harvey Korman and Joyce Van Patten. Danny appears in his character as shy Jerome, a shoe salesman who has difficulty ... See full summary »

Stars: Danny Kaye, Vikki Carr, John Gary, Harvey Korman

23. Son of a Critch (2022– )
Episode: You're Dead After School (2023)

22 min | Comedy

Pop is betting on the Tyson Frazier fight. It turns out that Mike Jr. earns more than his father. Now senior has to ask for a raise. Mark's mood completely turns around after Fox dumps Millard. Except Millard now wants a fight.

Director: Renuka Jeyapalan | Stars: Mark Critch, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, Claire Rankin, Mark Ezekiel Rivera

Votes: 50

24. Strong Girl Bong-soon (2017)
Episode: Episode #1.3 (2017)

TV-14 | 65 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

CEO Ahn finds himself on the wrong end of Bong Soon's wrath and winds up in the hospital.

Director: Lee Hyeong-min | Stars: Park Bo-young, Park Hyung-sik, Ji Soo, Jun Suk-ho

Votes: 154

25. Amigas y rivales (2001)
Episode: Episode #1.117 (2001)

43 min | Drama, Romance

Roberto and Ulises fight Oscar's thugs. Luis teams up with Tamara and Irene for an assignment. Nayeli and Andrea pull a prank. Jimena hangs up on Carlos. Roxana asks Sebastian for help.

Stars: Michelle Vieth, Angélica Vale, Ludwika Paleta, Arath de la Torre

26. Ozark (2017–2022)
Episode: Reparations (2018)

TV-MA | 61 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

Ruth's dad gets out of jail. Approval for a riverboat casino calls for Wendy's political skills. The Mexican cartel demands reparations from the Snells.

Director: Jason Bateman | Stars: Jason Bateman, Laura Linney, Sofia Hublitz, Skylar Gaertner

Votes: 5,186

27. Bull (2016–2022)
Episode: School for Scandal (2017)

TV-14 | 43 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Tensions run high when Bull faces off against an old romantic interest who is defending a widow claiming self-defense; Chunk makes a decision about his future.

Director: Vincent Misiano | Stars: Michael Weatherly, Freddy Rodríguez, Geneva Carr, Jaime Lee Kirchner

Votes: 552

28. Superstore (2015–2021)
Episode: Target (2018)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy

Garrett leads Glenn to believe that Jeff is poaching Cloud 9 employees to go and work at Target; Jonah and Kelly work on their plan to move in together; Dina fixes Amy up with a date.

Director: Daniella Eisman | Stars: America Ferrera, Ben Feldman, Lauren Ash, Colton Dunn

Votes: 1,270

29. Superstore (2015–2021)
Episode: Lottery (2018)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy

With the highest prize for over 20 years, lottery mania sweeps Cloud 9; Dina incentivizes Garrett to sell as many tickets as possible to get one over on Colleen from the Bel-Ridge store; Jonah encourages Amy to lobby for a raise.

Director: Ben Feldman | Stars: America Ferrera, Ben Feldman, Lauren Ash, Colton Dunn

Votes: 804

30. Dead to Me (2019–2022)
Episode: I Have to Be Honest (2019)

TV-MA | 29 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

As Jen's life begins to crumble personally and professionally, she reveals her darkest secret to Judy, who does some confessing of her own.

Director: Geeta Vasant Patel | Stars: Christina Applegate, Linda Cardellini, James Marsden, Max Jenkins

Votes: 1,867

31. Young Sheldon (2017–2024)
Episode: Albert Einstein and the Story of Another Mary (2019)

TV-PG | 20 min | Comedy

Sheldon gets inspired by his hero Albert Einstein and tries to play violin. Mary thinks that she is pregnant and goes to buy pregnancy test with Meemaw.

Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller | Stars: Iain Armitage, Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, Montana Jordan

Votes: 1,177