Movie

The Wild Life

“It brings all your fantasies to life.”

★ 6.1(65)19841h 36m

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Good to know

Director: Art Linson
Release date: 1984-09-28
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Box office: $9,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures

The Wild Life — trailer

About The Wild Life

The Wild Life is a 1984 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Art Linson, starring Chris Penn, Lea Thompson and Eric Stoltz. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 65 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Wild Life in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Eighties teen romp involving Bill and his new apartment, Jim and his rebellious antics, Tom and his crazy self, and Anita with her older man David.

Cast

Chris Penn

Tom Drake

Lea Thompson

Anita

Eric Stoltz

Bill Conrad

Jenny Wright

Eileen

Ilan Mitchell-Smith

Jim Conrad

Rick Moranis

Harry

Hart Bochner

David Curtiss

Randy Quaid

Charlie

Robert Ridgely

Craig Davis

Jack Kehoe

Mr Parker

Ángel Salazar

Benny

Michael Bowen

Vince

Themes & keywords

high schoolcaliforniapolicestrip clubcoming of agedrugssex comedyvoyeur

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Wild Life in South Africa?+

The Wild Life is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Wild Life on Netflix?+

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How long is The Wild Life?+

The Wild Life has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in The Wild Life?+

The Wild Life stars Chris Penn, Lea Thompson, Eric Stoltz, Jenny Wright and Ilan Mitchell-Smith.

When did The Wild Life come out?+

The Wild Life is a 1984 movie directed by Art Linson.

What genre is The Wild Life?+

The Wild Life is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Wild Life?+

The Wild Life was directed by Art Linson.