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The Boost

5.619881h 35mRMovieDramaRomance

Lenny Brown moves to California to find his fortune in tax shelter investments. When the federal government changes the tax laws, poor Lenny finds himself $700,000 in hock with nowhere to turn. His friend, Joel, introduces him to cocaine…

DirectorHarold Becker
WriterDarryl Ponicsan
ProducersJulia Phillips·Derek Gibson

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Tubi TVTubi TV
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Harold Becker

JWJames Woods
James Woods
Lenny Brown
SYSean Young
Sean Young
Linda Brown
JKJohn Kapelos
John Kapelos
Joel Miller
SHSteven Hill
Steven Hill
Max Sherman
KK
Kelle Kerr
Rochelle
JRJohn Rothman
John Rothman
Ned
ABAmanda Blake
Amanda Blake
Barbara
GZGrace Zabriskie
Grace Zabriskie
Sheryl
MPMarc Poppel
Marc Poppel
Mark
FMFred McCarren
Fred McCarren
Tom
SKSuzanne Kent
Suzanne Kent
Helen
LB
Libby Boone
Delores

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The Boost — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Boost?

The Boost is streaming on Tubi TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Boost on Netflix?

No, The Boost is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Tubi TV.

Is The Boost on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Boost isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Tubi TV instead.

Where can I watch The Boost for free?

The Boost is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in Canada.