
The Rules of Attraction(2002)
“We all run on instinct”
Overview
The incredibly spoiled and overprivileged students of Camden College are a backdrop for an unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual classmate.
Director
Roger Avary
Studio
Kingsgate Films
Budget
$4M
Revenue
$12M
Cast

James Van Der Beek
as Sean Bateman

Shannyn Sossamon
as Lauren Hynde

Ian Somerhalder
as Paul Denton

Jessica Biel
as Lara

Kate Bosworth
as Kelly

Jay Baruchel
as Harry

Thomas Ian Nicholas
as Mitchell

Russell Sams
as Richard

Kip Pardue
as Victor

Joel Michaely
as Raymond

Clifton Collins Jr.
as Rupert

Clare Kramer
as Candice
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2002
Runtime
1h 50m
Language
German
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$4M
Box Office
$12M
Production Companies
Kingsgate Films • Roger Avary Filmproduktion GmbH • Lionsgate
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Where can I watch The Rules of Attraction?▼
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What is The Rules of Attraction about?▼
The incredibly spoiled and overprivileged students of Camden College are a backdrop for an unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual classmate.
Who directed The Rules of Attraction?▼
The Rules of Attraction was directed by Roger Avary and released in 2002. It is a drama, romance, comedy film.
How long is The Rules of Attraction?▼
The Rules of Attraction has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
Who stars in The Rules of Attraction?▼
The cast of The Rules of Attraction includes James Van Der Beek as Sean Bateman, Shannyn Sossamon as Lauren Hynde, Ian Somerhalder as Paul Denton, Jessica Biel as Lara, Kate Bosworth as Kelly and more.
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