Risky Business is a 1983 film about an ambitious high-school senior (Tom Cruise) who turns his home into a bordello while his parents are away. With the iconic scene of Cruise dancing around in his underwear and singing the Bob Seger hit "Old Time Rock and Roll", the movie is usually considered to have launched the careers of its leads Tom Cruise and Rebecca De Mornay. With its modest budget, the movie went on to be a commercial success, grossing over $60 million at the box office.
Characters
- Tom Cruise as Joel Goodsen
- Rebecca De Mornay as Lana
- Joe Pantoliano as Guido
- Curtis Armstrong as Miles
- Bronson Pinchot as Barry
- Richard Masur as Rutherford
- Nicholas Pryor as Mr. Goodsen
- Janet Carroll as Mrs. Goodsen
- Megan Mullally as Call Girl
- Bruce A. Young as Jackie
Is it less risky to buy a business than start one?(1 Answer)
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To a certain extent and in many cases, yes, it is less risky to purchase an existing business rather than starting a new one. This however depends on ...
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Fast Facts
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Director
Paul Brickman
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Release Date
August 5, 1983
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Starring
Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay, Joe Pantoliano, Richard Masur, Bronson Pinchot
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Run Time
98 minutes
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Budget
6.2 million USD
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Breakout Roles
Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay
