The Wackness
"Sometimes it's right to do the wrong things."
Originally released in 2008. The Wackness is a drama/comedy film. directed by Jonathan Levine.
Starring Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, and Famke Janssen
Synopsis
Set in New York City in the sweltering summer, The Wackness tells the story of a troubled teenage drug dealer, who trades pot for therapy sessions with a drug-addled psychiatrist. Things get more complicated when he falls for one of his classmates, who just happens to be the doctor's daughter. This is a coming-of-age story about sex, drugs, music and what it takes to be a man.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 3, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (301 votes)
Budget
$6M
Production budget
Box Office
$3.2M
0.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $6,000,000
- Revenue
- $3,175,469
Production Companies
- SBK Pictures
- Occupant Entertainment
- Sony Pictures Classics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wackness about?
Set in New York City in the sweltering summer, The Wackness tells the story of a troubled teenage drug dealer, who trades pot for therapy sessions with a drug-addled psychiatrist. Things get more c...
Who directed The Wackness?
The Wackness was directed by Jonathan Levine.
How long is The Wackness?
The Wackness has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was The Wackness released?
The Wackness was released on July 3, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wackness?
The main cast of The Wackness includes Josh Peck, Ben Kingsley, Famke Janssen, Olivia Thirlby, Mary-Kate Olsen.
Is The Wackness worth watching?
The Wackness has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 301 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.