The Basketball Diaries (1995)
Movie 1h 42m ★ 7.4/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, keep me on the edge
Released in 1995, The Basketball Diaries is a crime and drama movie. It is directed by Scott Kalvert. The cast includes Ernie Hudson, Michael Rapaport and Leonardo DiCaprio. The running time is 1h 42m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.4 out of 10.
66Tonight Score Well rated, a classic.
Synopsis
A high school basketball player’s life turns upside down after free-falling into the harrowing world of drug addiction.
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Cast & crew
- Scott KalvertDirector
- Ernie Hudsonas Reggie
- Michael Rapaportas Skinhead
- Leonardo DiCaprioas Jim Carroll
- Juliette Lewisas Diane Moody
- Michael Imperiolias Bobby
- Mark Wahlbergas Mickey
- Toby Hussas Kenny
- Lorraine Braccoas Mrs. Carroll
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Questions about The Basketball Diaries
- What genre is The Basketball Diaries?
- The Basketball Diaries is categorised as Crime, Drama.
- Who stars in The Basketball Diaries?
- Ernie Hudson, Michael Rapaport, Leonardo DiCaprio, Juliette Lewis, Michael Imperioli appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Basketball Diaries?
- Scott Kalvert directed The Basketball Diaries.
- How long is The Basketball Diaries?
- The Basketball Diaries runs for 1h 42m (102 minutes).
- Is The Basketball Diaries worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Basketball Diaries?
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