Movie

Risky Business

“There's a time for playing it safe and a time for Risky Business.”

★ 6.6(1,484)19831h 38m

Risky Business is streaming on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema in Ireland, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and Amazon Video. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Paul Brickman
Release date: 1983-08-05
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: German
Box office: $63,541,777
Budget: $6,200,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Geffen Pictures

Risky Business — trailer

About Risky Business

Risky Business is a 1983 movie in the Romance, Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Paul Brickman, starring Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay and Joe Pantoliano. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 1,484 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Risky Business in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Tom Cruise

Joel Goodson

Rebecca De Mornay

Lana

Joe Pantoliano

Guido

Richard Masur

Rutherford

Bronson Pinchot

Barry

Curtis Armstrong

Miles Dalby

Nicholas Pryor

Joel's Father

Janet Carroll

Joel's Mother

Shera Danese

Vicki

Raphael Sbarge

Glenn

Bruce A. Young

Jackie

Kevin Anderson

Chuck (as Kevin C. Anderson)

Themes & keywords

chicago, illinoishigh schoolbrothelcoming of ageprostitutionplayful

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Risky Business in Ireland?+

In Ireland, you can stream Risky Business on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and Amazon Video.

Is Risky Business on Netflix?+

Risky Business is not on Netflix in Ireland right now, but you can stream it on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema.

How long is Risky Business?+

Risky Business has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Risky Business?+

Risky Business stars Tom Cruise, Rebecca De Mornay, Joe Pantoliano, Richard Masur and Bronson Pinchot.

When did Risky Business come out?+

Risky Business is a 1983 movie directed by Paul Brickman.

What genre is Risky Business?+

Risky Business is Romance, Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Risky Business?+

Risky Business was directed by Paul Brickman.