---
title: "Mistress"
year: 1992
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mistress-1992"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 71825
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 110
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Mistress (1992) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mistress-1992

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Mistress is a film first released in 1992. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Meir Teper, Tribeca Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A desperate screenwriter watches his original script get hijacked by financial backers demanding roles for their mistresses."

### Why Watch
- explores Hollywood compromise
- features a strong ensemble cast

### Caveats & Content Note
- script changes lead to creative loss
- Tone & Suitability: This is a comedy and drama film rated R.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: satirical, cynical, humorous

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/mistress-1992#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Barry Primus
- **Networks / Studios**: Meir Teper, Tribeca Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Robert Wuhl** as *Marvin Landisman*
- **Martin Landau** as *Jack Roth*
- **Jace Alexander** as *Stuart Stratland Jr.*
- **Robert De Niro** as *Evan M. Wright*
- **Laurie Metcalf** as *Rachel Landisman*
- **Eli Wallach** as *George Lieberhof*
- **Danny Aiello** as *Carmine Rasso*
- **Sheryl Lee Ralph** as *Beverly Dumont*
- **Jean Smart** as *Patricia Riley*
- **Tuesday Knight** as *Peggy Pauline*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is Mistress about?
It is a comedy about a screenwriter whose script is altered to accommodate the mistresses of various financial backers.

### Q: When was Mistress released?
The film was released on July 24, 1992 in the United States.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Barry Primus in his directorial debut.

### Q: Who wrote the film?
The film was written by Barry Primus and J. F. Lawton.

### Q: What genres is the film classified under?
The film is classified as a comedy and drama.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Mistress — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/71825)
- [Mistress (1992 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mistress_(1992_film))
- [Milenka 54% [Mistress] (1992) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/12443-milenka)
- [Mistress (1992)](https://www.sms.cz/film/mistress-1992)
- [Mistress (lover) - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mistress_(lover))
- [Mistress (lover) - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mistress_(lover))

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*