

When fantasy becomes a fatal distraction.
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.
Bad Influence (1990) is a thriller and crime film directed by Curtis Hanson. It stars James Spader, Rob Lowe, and Lisa Zane. The film runs for 1 hour 39 minutes. Audiences have made it a mixed pick, with an average score of 6.0 out of 10 from 196 votes.

James Spader
Michael Boll

Rob Lowe
Alex

Lisa Zane
Claire

Marcia Cross
Ruth Fielding

Rosalyn Landor
Britt

Kathleen Wilhoite
Leslie
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Bad Influence stars James Spader, Rob Lowe, Lisa Zane, and Marcia Cross, and was directed by Curtis Hanson.
Bad Influence has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes.
Bad Influence was released in 1990.
Bad Influence is a thriller and crime film.
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