Wasted
“Curiosity Kills.”
Synopsis
A high-school track star (Nick Stahl) watches without judgment as his two best friends (Summer Phoenix, Aaron Paul) abuse heroin.
Top Cast
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Nick Stahl
Chris
Summer Phoenix
Samantha
Aaron Paul
Owen
Britt Irvin
Amy (as Brittney Irvin)
Andrew Airlie
Samantha's Father
Tony Massil
Brad
Jacqueline Samuda
Chris' Mom
Barbara Gates Wilson
Dr. Maxwell
Derek Richards
Chris' Dad
Joe Norman Shaw
Coach
Lorette Clow
Amy's Mom
Ty Olsson
Kurt
Ingrid Tesch
Owen's Mom
Krista Rae
Tina
Frank Takacs
Teacher
Paul Dunphy
Reporter
Stephen Kay
Counselor
Katie Rowan
Owen's Sister
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Kay
- Screenplay & Story
- Craig Machen
- Original Title
- Wasted
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- New Line Television, MTV Networks
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Kay
Craig Machen
Department Leadership Roster
Craig Machen
Writer
Jodi Stecyk
Stunt Coordinator
Stephen Kay
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wasted
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What is Wasted about?
A high-school track star (Nick Stahl) watches without judgment as his two best friends (Summer Phoenix, Aaron Paul) abuse heroin.
Who directed Wasted?
Wasted was directed by Stephen Kay.
Who stars in Wasted?
The principal cast of Wasted includes Nick Stahl, Summer Phoenix, Aaron Paul, Britt Irvin, Andrew Airlie.
When was Wasted released and how long is it?
Wasted was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Wasted?
Wasted holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).