Boogie Nights
1997, English. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.
The life of a dreamer, the days of a business and the nights in between.
In 1977, an idealistic porn producer and his promising protege try to catch up with the end of an era before their never-ending party collides with cold, hard reality.
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Boogie Nights
Boogie Nights isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Paul Thomas AndersonDirector
- Mark WahlbergEddie Adams / Dirk Diggler
- Burt ReynoldsJack Horner
- Julianne MooreAmber Waves
- John C. ReillyReed Rothchild
- Heather GrahamRollergirl
- Don CheadleBuck Swope
- Philip Seymour HoffmanScotty J.
- William H. MacyLittle Bill
- Thomas JaneTodd Parker
- Luis GuzmánMaurice t.t. Rodriguez
- Melora WaltersJessie St. Vincent
- Robert RidgelyThe Colonel James
Details
- Released
- 7 October 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Thomas Anderson
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $43M
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News & fan talk
What Boogie Nights is based on
Boogie Nights is based on The Dirk Diggler Story, a 1988 film.
Film · 1988
The Dirk Diggler Story
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Boogie Nights: quick answers
Is Boogie Nights worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 3,773 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Boogie Nights?
Boogie Nights runs 156 minutes (2h 36m).
Does Boogie Nights have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Boogie Nights. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Boogie Nights parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Boogie Nights is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Boogie Nights on?
Boogie Nights isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Boogie Nights?
If you liked Boogie Nights, try 54, Showgirls, Permanent Midnight.
Who directed Boogie Nights?
Boogie Nights (1997) was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and stars Mark Wahlberg, Burt Reynolds, Julianne Moore.
What is Boogie Nights based on?
Boogie Nights is based on The Dirk Diggler Story, a 1988 film.