Desperate for Love
1989, English. Directed by Michael Tuchner.
The story of murder among a trio of teenagers after a boy breaks up with a girl and she runs into the arms of his vulnerable best friend.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Desperate for Love is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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- Released
- 17 January 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Judith Paige Mitchell
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Desperate for Love: quick answers
Is Desperate for Love worth watching?
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How long is Desperate for Love?
Desperate for Love runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Desperate for Love have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Desperate for Love. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Desperate for Love parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Desperate for Love is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Desperate for Love on?
Desperate for Love is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Desperate for Love?
If you liked Desperate for Love, try Home for Christmas Day, Home by Spring, Steel Magnolias.
Who directed Desperate for Love?
Desperate for Love (1989) was directed by Michael Tuchner and stars Christian Slater, Tammy Lauren, Brian Bloom.