Less Than Zero(1987)
“It only looks like the good life.”
Overview
A college freshman returns to Los Angeles for Christmas at his ex-girlfriend's request, but discovers that his former best friend has an out-of-control drug habit.
Director
Marek Kanievska
Studio
Amercent Films
Budget
$8M
Revenue
$12M
Cast
Andrew McCarthy
as Clay
Jami Gertz
as Blair
Robert Downey Jr.
as Julian
James Spader
as Rip
Tony Bill
as Bradford Easton
Nicholas Pryor
as Benjamin Wells
Donna Mitchell
as Elaine Easton
Michael Bowen
as Hop
Sarah Buxton
as Markie
Lisanne Falk
as Patti
Michael Greene
as Robert Wells
Neith Hunter
as Alana
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1987
Runtime
1h 38m
Language
German
Rating
6.4 / 10
Budget
$8M
Box Office
$12M
Production Companies
Amercent Films • American Entertainment Partners L.P. • 20th Century Fox
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Where can I watch Less Than Zero?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Less Than Zero (1987).
What is Less Than Zero about?▼
A college freshman returns to Los Angeles for Christmas at his ex-girlfriend's request, but discovers that his former best friend has an out-of-control drug habit.
Who directed Less Than Zero?▼
Less Than Zero was directed by Marek Kanievska and released in 1987. It is a drama, crime film.
How long is Less Than Zero?▼
Less Than Zero has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
Who stars in Less Than Zero?▼
The cast of Less Than Zero includes Andrew McCarthy as Clay, Jami Gertz as Blair, Robert Downey Jr. as Julian, James Spader as Rip, Tony Bill as Bradford Easton and more.
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