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title: "Disturbing Behavior"
year: 1998
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/disturbing-behavior-1998"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 9424
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
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# Disturbing Behavior (1998) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/disturbing-behavior-1998

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: Disturbing Behavior
Year: 1998
Release Date (US): 07/24/1998
Genres: Mystery, Horror, Science Fiction, Teen science fiction psychological horror.
Runtime: 1h 24m (84 minutes).
Director: David Nutter.
Screenplay: Scott Rosenberg.
Cast: James Marsden, Katie Holmes, Nick Stahl, Tobias Mehler, Steve Railsback, Bruce Greenwood, Elizabeth Ashley (as Sabina), Alfred Drake (as Mr. Antrobus), Martha Scott (as Mrs. Antrobus), Kristina Callahan (as Drum Majorette).
Production Countries: Australia, United States of America, Canada.
Plot: Steve Clark is a newcomer to Cradle Bay. He notices something odd about his high school classmates. A clique called the Blue Ribbons represents academic excellence and clean living, but they are too perfect, similar to the rest of the town. When Steve's rebellious friend Gavin joins their ranks, Steve searches for the truth with

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A new student uncovers a chilling secret behind his town’s flawless high‑school elite."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric look at high‑school conformity
- Engaging mystery with sci‑fi twist
- Strong teen cast dynamic

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some familiar teen‑drama tropes
- Pacing can be uneven
- Tone & Suitability: Its eerie tone and teen drama make it suitable for mature teens and adult viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: mysterious, creepy, teen, sci‑fi

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central mystery in Disturbing Behavior?
The film follows newcomer Steve Clark as he investigates why the town’s top student clique, the Blue Ribbons, seem unnaturally perfect.

### Q: Who are the Blue Ribbons?
They are a high‑school clique in Cradle Bay portrayed as the embodiment of academic excellence and clean living.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as mystery, horror, and science‑fiction.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and twenty‑four minutes.

### Q: When was Disturbing Behavior released?
It was released in the United States on July 24, 1998.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Disturbing Behavior — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/9424)
- [Disturbing Behavior (1998) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0134619/fullcredits/)
- [Disturbing Behavior - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disturbing_Behavior)
- [Disturbing Behavior (1998) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/9424-disturbing-behavior/cast)
- [Steve Railsback - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/name/nm0706883/)
- [Disturbing Behavior (1998) – Film & Serie – OutNow](https://outnow.ch/)

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