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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
ProducersJohn Daly·Julia Phillips

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Cast · Directed by Harold Becker

James Woods
James Woods
Lenny Brown
Sean Young
Sean Young
Linda Brown
John Kapelos
John Kapelos
Joel Miller
Steven Hill
Steven Hill
Max Sherman
Kelle Kerr
Kelle Kerr
Rochelle
John Rothman
John Rothman
Ned
Amanda Blake
Amanda Blake
Barbara
Grace Zabriskie
Grace Zabriskie
Sheryl
Marc Poppel
Marc Poppel
Mark
Fred McCarren
Fred McCarren
Tom
Suzanne Kent
Suzanne Kent
Helen
Libby Boone
Libby Boone
Delores

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The Boost — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Boost?

The Boost is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and MGM+ in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Boost on Netflix?

No, The Boost is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV.

Is The Boost on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Boost is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of August 2026.

Where can I watch The Boost for free?

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