The Wackness
2008, English. Directed by Jonathan Levine.
Sometimes it's right to do the wrong things.
Set in New York City in the sweltering summer, The Wackness tells the story of a troubled teenage drug dealer, who trades pot for therapy sessions with a drug-addled psychiatrist. Things get more complicated when he falls for one of his classmates, who just happens to be the doctor's daughter. This is a coming-of-age story about sex, drugs, music and what it takes to be a man.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 326 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Wackness
The Wackness isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 3 July 2008
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jonathan Levine
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $3.2M
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The Wackness: quick answers
Is The Wackness worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 326 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Wackness?
The Wackness runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does The Wackness have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Wackness. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Wackness parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Wackness is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Wackness on?
The Wackness isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Wackness?
If you liked The Wackness, try XX/XY, (Untitled), Chéri.
Who directed The Wackness?
The Wackness (2008) was directed by Jonathan Levine and stars Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Famke Janssen.