Bad Influence

Bad Influence

When fantasy becomes a fatal distraction.

R 1990 · 99 min · ★ 6.0 · Thriller, Crime

Wimpy young executive Michael is about to get pulverized 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.

Directed by Curtis Hanson · Written by David Koepp

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James Spader Michael Boll
Rob Lowe Alex
Lisa Zane Claire
Marcia Cross Ruth Fielding
Rosalyn Landor Britt
Kathleen Wilhoite Leslie
Tony Maggio Patterson
Palmer Lee Todd Naked Woman
Jeff Kaake Willie
Christian Clemenson Pismo Boll
Grand L. Bush Club Bartender
David Duchovny Clue Goer with Glasses

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