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TMDB20051h 36mDrama / Action / Thriller / Crime

The Business

This firm will blow you away.

During the '80s, a young man named Frankie dreams of escaping London's South East region, and his mother's thug of a boyfriend gives him just the opportunity. After beating up the abusive beau, Frankie runs off to Spain, where he lands a job delivering a package to the dapper Playboy Charlie, a gangster who takes him under his wing. Working as Charlie's driver, Frankie is immersed in a world of fast cars and pretty women -- but all the excess could be his undoing.

TMDB audience score

Based on 139 votes

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The Business at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 36m

At 1h 36m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Action · Thriller · Crime

TMDB files it under drama, action, thriller, and crime.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 2 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Free or ad-supported on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Tubi TV. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 139 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Business tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 36m.
  • It is included with Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 139 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Business

Is The Business scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Business for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, action, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Business in the US?
The Business streams on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, is free on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Tubi TV, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Business?
The Business runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
Is The Business suitable for kids?
The Business is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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