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Movie · 1988 · 95 min

The Boost (1988)

“Imagine having all the power, passion and pleasure money can buy. Now imagine losing them.”

5.6/10 · 60 votes
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The Boost is a 1988 movie (Drama and Romance). The Boost was directed by Harold Becker. The Boost runs 95 minutes. It has an average rating of 5.6/10 from 60 viewers. In United States, you can watch The Boost on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus and Tubi TV.

Where can I watch The Boost

📍 United States

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Available in other countries

Streaming services that carry The Boost, and the countries where you can watch it:

Tubi TV 2 countries 📍

Canada, United States

Amazon Prime Video 1 countries

France

Amazon Prime Video with Ads 1 countries

France

fuboTV 1 countries 📍

United States

MGM+ Amazon Channel 1 countries 📍

United States

Philo 1 countries 📍

United States

MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel 1 countries 📍

United States

MGM Plus 1 countries 📍

United States

Plot

Lenny Brown moves to California to find his fortune in tax shelter investments. When the federal government changes the tax laws, poor Lenny finds himself $700,000 in hock with nowhere to turn. His friend, Joel, introduces him to cocaine to give Lenny that needed "boost". What ensues next is a descent into drug addiction and insanity as Lenny tries to regain control of his life, all the while needing that extra "boost".

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Boost?

In United States, you can watch The Boost on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus and Tubi TV.

Who stars in The Boost?

The main cast of The Boost includes James Woods, Sean Young, John Kapelos, Steven Hill and Kelle Kerr.

Who directed The Boost?

The Boost was directed by Harold Becker.

When was The Boost released?

The Boost was released on December 23, 1988.

How long is The Boost?

The Boost runs 95 minutes.

Is The Boost worth watching?

The Boost has an average rating of 5.6/10 from 60 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked The Boost?

If you enjoyed The Boost, try Maria's Lovers, Time Is Up, The Man from Elysian Fields and Sylvie's Love.

Is The Boost on Tubi TV?

Yes. In United States, The Boost is available on Tubi TV.

Is The Boost on Amazon Prime Video?

Not in United States right now. The Boost is on Amazon Prime Video in: France.

Is The Boost on Amazon Prime Video with Ads?

Not in United States right now. The Boost is on Amazon Prime Video with Ads in: France.

How much did The Boost make at the box office?

The Boost grossed $784,990 worldwide on a budget of $8,000,000.

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Updated: November 2, 2026 ·

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