---
title: "The Cartier Affair"
year: 1984
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cartier-affair-1984"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 281563
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 4.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Cartier Affair (1984) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cartier-affair-1984

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Cartier Affair is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under TV Movie, Comedy, Crime, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Hill/Mandelker Films, NBC. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A convict is sent to steal jewels from a secretary but falls in love instead."

### Why Watch
- Features a classic 1984 television movie storyline
- Combines crime and romance elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited verifiable production details are available in the provided text
- Runtime and specific plot resolutions rely on basic descriptions
- Tone & Suitability: This is a television movie from 1984 containing comedy, crime, and romance themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, crime, romance

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cartier-affair-1984#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rod Holcomb
- **Networks / Studios**: Hill/Mandelker Films, NBC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Joan Collins** as *Cartier Rand / Marilyn Hallifax*
- **David Hasselhoff** as *Curt Taylor*
- **Ed Lauter** as *Lyndon Dean*
- **Randi Brooks** as *Shirl*
- **Steve Peck** as *J.J. Phonopolous*
- **Jordan Charney** as *Ben Foley*
- **Patricia Elliott** as *Margo Houser*
- **Charles Napier** as *Morgan Carroll*
- **Rita Taggart** as *Monica*
- **Raymond Singer** as *Raymond*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Cartier Affair released?
The film was released on November 4, 1984 in the United States.

### Q: What genres is The Cartier Affair classified under?
It is classified as a TV movie, comedy, crime, and romance.

### Q: Who directed The Cartier Affair?
The film was directed by Rod Holcomb.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The cast includes Joan Collins, David Hasselhoff, Ed Lauter, Randi Brooks, and Steve Peck.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Cartier Affair — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/281563)
- [Aféra Cartier 55% [The Cartier Affair] (1984) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/2568-afera-cartier)
- [The Cartier Affair (1984)](https://www.sms.cz/film/the-cartier-affair)

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