Risky Business

Joel Goodson, a suburban teenager, is left home alone by his parents and decides to have a wild time. His plans take a turn for the worse when a call girl he hires and her associates turn his house into a brothel. Joel must then scramble to pay for the damages and keep his escapades a secret from his father.

Risky Business was a critical and commercial success, praised for its stylish direction, sharp script, and a star-making performance from Tom Cruise. It captured the anxieties and desires of its generation and became a cultural touchstone of the 1980s.

• Tom Cruise's breakout performance is electrifying.
• The film is a witty and stylish exploration of youthful rebellion and emerging sexuality.
• Its soundtrack and iconic scenes, particularly the 'Old Time Rock and Roll' dance, are enduring.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's blend of comedy and drama, with many highlighting Tom Cruise's charisma and the memorable soundtrack. Some found the plot slightly predictable, but overall it's considered a classic 80s film.

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.

The famous scene where Tom Cruise dances in his underwear to 'Old Time Rock and Roll' was not originally in the script; it was added by director Paul Brickman during filming.