Disturbing Behavior_
"In Cradle Bay it doesn’t matter if you’re not perfect. You will be."
Steve Clark is a newcomer in the town of Cradle Bay, and he quickly realizes that there's something odd about his high school classmates. The clique known as the "Blue Ribbons" are the eerie embodiment of academic excellence and clean living. But, like the rest of the town, they're a little too perfect. When Steve's rebellious friend Gavin mysteriously joins their ranks, Steve searches for the truth with fellow misfit Rachel.
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Box office
Disturbing Behavior earned $17.5M worldwide on a $15.0M budget — a 17% return on investment.
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Year context
Disturbing Behavior was released 28 years ago in 1998.
CAST (20)
James Marsden
Steve Clark
Katie Holmes
Rachel Wagner
Nick Stahl
Gavin Strick
Bruce Greenwood
Dr. Edgar Caldicott
William Sadler
Newberry
Chad Donella
U.V.
Katharine Isabelle
Lindsay Clark
Tobias Mehler
Andy
Steve Railsback
Officer Cox
Terry David Mulligan
Mr. Clark
Susan Hogan
Mrs. Clark
A.J. Buckley
Charles 'Chug' Roman
DH
Derek Hamilton
Trent
Tygh Runyan
Dickie Atkinson
Crystal Cass
Lorna
Ethan Embry
Allen Clark
Stephen E. Miller
Frankie
Natassia Malthe
Mary Jo Copeland
Doug Abrahams
Security Guard
Robert Moloney
Ferry Guy
CREW
Director
Writer
BOX OFFICE
$15.0M
Budget
$17.5M
Revenue
+17%
ROI
BREAK EVEN
Verdict
STUDIOS (1)
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
84 min (1h 24m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
5.8/10 (407 votes)
Popularity
4
Budget
$15,000,000
Box Office
$17,514,980
Profit
+$2,514,980
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Disturbing Behavior about?
Steve Clark is a newcomer in the town of Cradle Bay, and he quickly realizes that there's something odd about his high school classmates. The clique known as the "Blue Ribbons" are the eerie embodiment of academic excellence and clean living. But, like the rest of the town, they're a little too perfect. When Steve's rebellious friend Gavin mysteriously joins their ranks, Steve searches for the truth with fellow misfit Rachel.
How long is Disturbing Behavior?
Disturbing Behavior has a runtime of 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Who directed Disturbing Behavior?
Disturbing Behavior was directed by David Nutter.
Who stars in Disturbing Behavior?
The cast of Disturbing Behavior includes James Marsden, Katie Holmes, Nick Stahl, Bruce Greenwood, William Sadler.
How much did Disturbing Behavior make at the box office?
Disturbing Behavior earned $17,514,980 worldwide at the box office. The production budget was $15,000,000.
What is the rating of Disturbing Behavior?
Disturbing Behavior has a rating of 5.8 out of 10 based on 407 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
Mystery
Horror
Science Fiction
KEYWORDS (17)
mind control
high school
suicide
island
nightmare
police
chase
insanity
control
teacher
murder
brainwashing
rage
behavior
dramatic
ambiguous
complicated