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Bad Influence

"When fantasy becomes a fatal distraction."

March 9, 1990 1h 39m 6.0/10 (181 votes)

Originally released in 1990. Bad Influence is a thriller film. directed by Curtis Hanson.

Starring James Spader, Rob Lowe, and Lisa Zane

Synopsis

Wimpy young executive Michael is about to get pulverized by a jealous boyfriend in a bar when a handsome, mysterious stranger steps in—and then disappears. Later that night, Michael runs into a stranger on a pier, who wheedles his way into Michael's life and turns it upside down.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 9, 1990 35 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (181 votes)
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Budget $7M Production budget
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Box Office $12.6M 1.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$7,000,000
Revenue
$12,626,043

Production Companies

  • Epic Productions
  • Producers Representative Organization
  • Sarliu/Diamant

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bad Influence about?

Wimpy young executive Michael is about to get pulverized by a jealous boyfriend in a bar when a handsome, mysterious stranger steps in—and then disappears. Later that night, Michael runs into a s...

Who directed Bad Influence?

Bad Influence was directed by Curtis Hanson.

How long is Bad Influence?

Bad Influence has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was Bad Influence released?

Bad Influence was released on March 9, 1990 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Bad Influence?

The main cast of Bad Influence includes James Spader, Rob Lowe, Lisa Zane, Marcia Cross, Rosalyn Landor.

Is Bad Influence worth watching?

Bad Influence has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 181 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.