Risky Business
“There's a time for playing it safe and a time for Risky Business.”
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.
Where to watch Risky Business in United States
Can I watch Risky Business in United States? Yes — you can stream Risky Business in United States on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Essential, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Risky Business streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Crave, Starz Amazon Channel, Crave Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR Play | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Amazon Video |
| Japan | U-NEXT, HBO Max on U-Next | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| South Korea | FilmBox+ | — |
About Risky Business
Risky Business is a 1983 English-language romance, comedy and drama film directed by Paul Brickman. The cast is led by Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay, Joe Pantoliano. It has a runtime of 1h 38m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 1500 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential.
Risky Business was produced by Geffen Pictures, The Steve Tisch Company, and Jon Avent Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on August 5, 1983, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $6 million, it went on to gross $64 million worldwide.
- Director
- Paul Brickman
- Writers
- Paul Brickman
- Release date
- August 5, 1983
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $6 million
- Box office
- $64 million
- Production
- Geffen Pictures, The Steve Tisch Company, Jon Avent Productions
Risky Business cast & crew
Risky Business was directed by Paul Brickman and written by Paul Brickman.
The cast features Tom Cruise as Joel Goodson, Rebecca De Mornay as Lana, Joe Pantoliano as Guido, Richard Masur as Rutherford, Bronson Pinchot as Barry, and Curtis Armstrong as Miles Dalby.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Johannes Schmölling, cinematography is by Bruce Surtees, and it was produced by Jon Avnet and Steve Tisch.
Is Risky Business worth watching?
Risky Business holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 1,503 ratings, a solidly received romance films.
At 1h 38m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy romance, comedy, and drama, Risky Business is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Risky Business
In United States, you can stream Risky Business on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Risky Business
Tom Cruise
Joel Goodson
Rebecca De Mornay
Lana
Joe Pantoliano
Guido
Richard Masur
Rutherford
Bronson Pinchot
Barry
Curtis Armstrong
Miles Dalby
Nicholas Pryor
Joel's Father
Janet Carroll
Joel's Mother
Shera Danese
Vicki
Raphael Sbarge
Glenn
Bruce A. Young
Jackie
Kevin Anderson
Chuck (as Kevin C. Anderson)
Risky Business — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Risky Business in United States?
Risky Business is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Risky Business on fuboTV?
Yes — Risky Business is currently available on fuboTV in United States.
▸What language is Risky Business in?
Risky Business is originally in English, with audio tracks including German, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Risky Business?
Risky Business runs 1 hours 38 minutes (98 minutes).
▸What is Risky Business rated?
Risky Business is rated R. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 1,503 ratings.
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