The Wild Life (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1984, The Wild Life is a comedy and drama film directed by Art Linson, running about 96 minutes. “It brings all your fantasies to life.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Wild Life stars Chris Penn as Tom Drake (as Christopher Penn), Ilan Mitchell-Smith as Jim Conrad, Eric Stoltz as Bill Conrad and Jenny Wright as Eileen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Wild Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $9.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wild Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wild Life tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wild Life (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wild Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wild Life worth watching?
- The Wild Life holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wild Life?
- The Wild Life stars Chris Penn, Ilan Mitchell-Smith, Eric Stoltz, Jenny Wright and Lea Thompson.
- When was The Wild Life released?
- The Wild Life was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.