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Risky Business (1983)

โ€œThere's a time for playing it safe and a time for Risky Business.โ€

6.6/10 ยท 1,531 votes 1h 38m r ComedyRomanceDramaCrime

#26 of 39 films from 1983 #1399 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Paul Brickman ยท Written by Paul Brickman

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Overview

Meet Joel Goodson, an industrious, college-bound 17-year-old and a responsible, trustworthy son. However, when his parents go away and leave him home alone in the wealthy Chicago suburbs with the Porsche at his disposal he quickly decides he has been good for too long and it is time to enjoy himself. After an unfortunate incident with the Porsche Joel must raise some cash, in a risky way.

Cast

Tom Cruiseas Joel Goodson
Rebecca De Mornayas Lana
Bronson Pinchotas Barry
Joe Pantolianoas Guido
Richard Masuras Rutherford
Curtis Armstrongas Miles Dalby
Shera Daneseas Vicki
Raphael Sbargeas Glenn
Janet Carrollas Joel's Mother
Nicholas Pryoras Joel's Father
Sarah Partridgeas Kessler
Kevin Andersonas Chuck (as Kevin C. Anderson)
Scott Harlanas Stan Licata
Brent Baueras Howie Rifkin

Facts

Release dateAugust 5, 1983
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) โ€” about the same as the 1983 average of 105 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$6,200,000
Box office$63,541,777 (10.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt0086200

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Questions

How long is Risky Business?
Risky Business runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is Risky Business worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 1,531 votes, which places it #26 of 39 films released in 1983 in this index (top 36%) and #1399 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Risky Business?
Risky Business was directed by Paul Brickman.
Who stars in Risky Business?
Tom Cruise as Joel Goodson; Rebecca De Mornay as Lana; Bronson Pinchot as Barry; Joe Pantoliano as Guido; Richard Masur as Rutherford; Curtis Armstrong as Miles Dalby.
What is Risky Business rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Risky Business?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17483.

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