Risky Business (1983) movie poster

Risky Business (1983)

"There's a time for playing it safe and a time for Risky Business."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 77%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 84% (RT: 93%, MC: 75) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
RomanceComedyDrama

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Director
Paul Brickman
Runtime
1h 38m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (1,428 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
93%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Tom Cruise as Joel Goodson
Richard Masur as Rutherford
Curtis Armstrong as Miles Dalby
Nicholas Pryor as Joel's Father
Janet Carroll as Joel's Mother
Most people think so. 77% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,428 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 84%.
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Risky Business was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of Risky Business was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Risky Business is a 1983 romance, comedy, drama film directed by Paul Brickman. 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. The film has been rated by 1,428 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a romance film, Risky Business delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Risky Business (1983) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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