Films and TV shows that feel like Takin' Care Of Business by Bachman‑Turner Overdrive
An unapologetically upbeat anthem of self‑reliance and blue‑collar pride that feels like a fist‑pump on a work‑day break.
- The Full Monty (1997): A blue‑collar community turning work‑yard pride into a cheeky, feel‑good performance, matching the song’s working‑class swagger.
- Office Space (1999): A satirical celebration of punching out of the grind, echoing the song’s ‘get your own’ attitude.
- The Blues Brothers (1980): Riff‑heavy road‑trip and big‑band blues rock vibe that mirrors the track’s boogie energy.
- Freaks and Geeks (1999): Late‑70s high‑school/working‑class backdrop with characters finding their own groove, much like the song’s self‑made anthem.
- Parks and Recreation (2009): A small‑town government crew that embraces earnest work ethic and quirky optimism, resonating with the track’s upbeat hustle.
- Dazed and Confused (1993): 1970s teen‑work culture and a soundtrack full of feel‑good rock, capturing the same carefree, get‑it‑done vibe.
- Billy Elliot (2000): A working‑class kid using dance as his own form of ‘business’, reflecting the song’s message of taking charge.
- Mad Men (2007): 1970s corporate America’s blend of ambition, style, and rebellion parallels the song’s confident, go‑for‑it spirit.
