Bad Influence (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1990, Bad Influence is a thriller film directed by Curtis Hanson, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Wimpy young executive, Michael is about to get pulverised 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.
Who’s in it. Bad Influence stars James Spader as Michael Boll, Rob Lowe as Alex, Lisa Zane as Claire and Marcia Cross as Ruth Fielding, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bad Influence has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bad Influence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bad Influence tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bad Influence (1990)?
- In US, Bad Influence is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bad Influence worth watching?
- Bad Influence holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bad Influence?
- Bad Influence stars James Spader, Rob Lowe, Lisa Zane, Marcia Cross and Rosalyn Landor.
- When was Bad Influence released?
- Bad Influence was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.