5.0
Where can I stream Boiler Room legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Boiler Room in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Boiler Room
1992·Movie
·1h 21min·
Boiler Room fingerprint
High energy, funny.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age7
- Family Dynamics6
- Pathos5
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody8
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Cringe Humor6
World
Crime, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Boiler Room is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumCrime, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, society, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
The boiler room is where telemarketers make their sales pitches. This film depicts an uncaring profession - where getting the almighty dollar is the primary objective - inside or outside of the law, and, no matter whose.
Corporate Greed DramaHigh-Stakes ThrillerEthical DilemmasCrime & CorruptionCutthroat Sales CultureSocial CommentaryCharacter-DrivenEarly 90s SettingIntense Dialogue
Crew
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Boiler Room
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Boiler Room worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5 and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Boiler Room rated?
Strong languageDrug use
Content advisories: strong language and drug use.
How long is Boiler Room?
1 h 21 min
Boiler Room runs 1 h 21 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Boiler Room?
Critics63
Audiences61
Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 61 out of 100, so both groups see Boiler Room much the same way.
What language is Boiler Room in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Boiler Room use?
Awkward Father-Son Bonding ActivityGoing PostalWhat If?Get Out!GreedThe ConEven Evil Has StandardsVanity License PlateTaking the KidsFiction Business SavvyBig "WHAT?!"The Dog Bites Backand 67 more
TV Tropes lists 79 storytelling tropes for Boiler Room, including Awkward Father-Son Bonding Activity, Going Postal, What If?.