Risky Business
1983, English. Directed by Paul Brickman.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 1,562 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Risky Business
Risky Business is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Essential in India.
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Details
- Released
- 5 August 1983
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Brickman
- Budget
- $6.2M
- Box office
- $64M
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Risky Business: quick answers
Is Risky Business worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 1,562 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Risky Business?
Risky Business runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Risky Business have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Risky Business. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Risky Business parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Risky Business is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Risky Business on?
Risky Business is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Essential in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Risky Business?
If you liked Risky Business, try About Last Night..., Strictly Sexual, How to Please a Woman.
Who directed Risky Business?
Risky Business (1983) was directed by Paul Brickman and stars Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay, Joe Pantoliano.