The Temp 1993
"Don't get mad. Get promoted."
In *The Temp (1993)*, directed by Tom Holland, a seemingly ordinary temp agency assignment takes a dark turn when a sharp-witted manager realizes his new secretary's impressive efficiency masks something far more sinister.
Director: Tom Holland
Cast
Timothy Hutton
Peter Derns
Lara Flynn Boyle
Kris Bolin
Dwight Schultz
Roger Jasser
Oliver Platt
Jack Hartsell
Steven Weber
Brad Montroe
Colleen Flynn
Sara Meinhold
Faye Dunaway
Charlene Towne
Scott Coffey
Lance
Dakin Matthews
Dr. Feldman
Maura Tierney
Sharon Derns
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Temp (1993) about?
*The Temp* follows a manager at a food corporation who becomes suspicious when a series of eerie accidents coincide with the arrival of his new temporary secretary. As his workplace transforms into a pressure cooker of danger, he races to uncover whether she's a ruthless opportunist—or something far worse.
Who directed The Temp?
The Temp was directed by Tom Holland, known for his work in thriller and horror genres, bringing a taut, suspenseful energy to the film.
Who stars in The Temp?
The film features Timothy Hutton as the manager, with standout performances from Lara Flynn Boyle, Dwight Schultz, Oliver Platt, and Steven Weber rounding out the cast.
Is The Temp (1993) worth watching?
With its tight 99-minute runtime, *The Temp* delivers a tense, twisty thriller that blends corporate drama with horror elements. While not a blockbuster, its psychological depth and strong performances make it a solid choice for fans of early '90s suspense films.
How long is The Temp?
The Temp runs for 99 minutes, making it a perfect, punchy thriller for a single sitting.
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About The Temp (1993) — A Corporate Thriller with Deadly Office Politics
In *The Temp (1993)*, directed by Tom Holland, a seemingly ordinary temp agency assignment takes a dark turn when a sharp-witted manager realizes his new secretary's impressive efficiency masks something far more sinister. As a series of bizarre workplace accidents unfold at a food conglomerate, suspicion shifts from mere coincidence to calculated malice. Timothy Hutton stars as the manager caught in a high-stakes game of corporate chess, where trust is a luxury he can't afford.
Lara Flynn Boyle's chilling performance as the enigmatic temp lends an unsettling edge to this psychological thriller, blending elements of mystery and horror with corporate intrigue. The film's gripping atmosphere thrives on paranoia, red herrings, and the unsettling idea of how easily danger can disguise itself in professionalism. Will the manager outsmart a predator hiding in plain sight, or will his next promotion be his last mistake?
