Less Than Zero
Seen it?1987 | 98 min | Drama, Crime
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
It's still drawing plenty of interest, but middling reviews (48% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans. If you loved Trainspotting or Layer Cake, start here.
- The mood
- Dark and gritty.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 38 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: expect drug use.
A college freshman returns to Los Angeles for Christmas at his ex-girlfriend's request, but discovers that his former best friend has an out-of-control drug habit.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
48% on Rotten Tomatoes, 48 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$12 million worldwide on a $8 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 254K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
Trailer
More like this
Trainspotting
Friday Night FlickAnother critically acclaimed crime drama.
Requiem for a Dream Friday Night FlickAnother much-loved drama.
Layer Cake
Saturday SpecialAnother crime drama, and a Saturday Special.
The Basketball Diaries
Sunday Safe BetAnother crime drama, and a safe bet for a quiet night.
Carlito's Way Saturday SpecialAnother crime drama, and a Saturday Special.
Want more like this, picked just for you? Get my picks
Cast & crew
Directed by Marek Kanievska
- Andrew McCarthyClay
- Jami GertzBlair
- Robert Downey Jr.Julian
- James SpaderRip
- Tony BillBradford Easton
- Nicholas PryorBenjamin Wells
- Donna MitchellElaine Easton
- Michael BowenHop
- Sarah BuxtonMarkie
- Lisanne FalkPatti