The Rules of Attraction
2002, English. Directed by Roger Avary.
We all run on instinct
The incredibly spoiled and overprivileged students of Camden College are a backdrop for an unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual classmate.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 643 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Rules of Attraction
The Rules of Attraction is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Details
- Released
- 11 October 2002
- Country
- Germany, United States of America
- Written by
- Roger Avary
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $12M
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What The Rules of Attraction is based on
The Rules of Attraction is based on The Rules of Attraction, a 1987 novel by Bret Easton Ellis, published by Simon & Schuster.
Novel · 1987
The Rules of Attraction
By Bret Easton Ellis
Published by Simon & Schuster
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The Rules of Attraction: quick answers
Is The Rules of Attraction worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 643 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Rules of Attraction?
The Rules of Attraction runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does The Rules of Attraction have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Rules of Attraction. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Rules of Attraction parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Rules of Attraction is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Rules of Attraction on?
The Rules of Attraction is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Rules of Attraction?
If you liked The Rules of Attraction, try Carnal Knowledge, Just Before I Go, Cherry.
Who directed The Rules of Attraction?
The Rules of Attraction (2002) was directed by Roger Avary and stars James Van Der Beek, Shannyn Sossamon, Ian Somerhalder.
What is The Rules of Attraction based on?
The Rules of Attraction is based on The Rules of Attraction, a 1987 novel by Bret Easton Ellis, published by Simon & Schuster.