Risky Business

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Risky Business is available in the UK on Sky Go and Now TV Cinema right now. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. 1,482 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Tom Cruise's performance alone is worth the time investment. Put it on tonight on Sky Go and see for yourself.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Risky Business earns its spot. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Risky Business from the crowd. Meet Joel Goodson, an industrious, college-bound 17-year-old and a responsible, trustworthy son. However, when his parents go away and leave him home alone in the wealthy Chicago suburbs with the Porsche at his disposal he quickly decides he has been good for too long and it is time to enjoy himself. After an unfortunate incident with the Porsche Joel must raise some cash, in a risky way. Tom Cruise and Rebecca De Mornay lead a cast with the timing to make it work. Risky Business came out in 1983. The timing in Risky Business is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Risky Business is a strong candidate. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Tom Cruise anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.