The Boost
1988, English. Directed by Harold Becker.
Imagine having all the power, passion and pleasure money can buy. Now imagine losing them.
Lenny Brown moves to California to find his fortune in tax shelter investments. When the federal government changes the tax laws, poor Lenny finds himself $700,000 in hock with nowhere to turn. His friend, Joel, introduces him to cocaine to give Lenny that needed "boost". What ensues next is a descent into drug addiction and insanity as Lenny tries to regain control of his life, all the while needing that extra "boost".
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Snoozefest
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Details
- Released
- 23 December 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Darryl Ponicsan
- Budget
- $8M
- Box office
- $785K
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The Boost: quick answers
Is The Boost worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Boost?
The Boost runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Boost have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Boost. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is The Boost suitable for kids?
The Boost is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch The Boost?
The Boost is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus.
What movies are like The Boost?
If you liked The Boost, try Blind, Maria's Lovers, Time Is Up.
Who directed The Boost?
The Boost (1988) was directed by Harold Becker and stars James Woods, Sean Young, John Kapelos.