The Boy Friend
When the leading lady of a low-budget musical revue sprains her ankle, the assistant stage manager is forced to understudy and perform in her place.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Boy Friend (1971) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
The Boy Friend (Preview Clip)
Dan Ireland on THE BOY FRIEND (Trailer Commentary)
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Frequently asked questions about The Boy Friend
Where can I watch The Boy Friend in the United States?
The Boy Friend is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Boy Friend?
The Boy Friend scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Boy Friend?
The Boy Friend stars Twiggy, Christopher Gable, Max Adrian, Bryan Pringle, and Murray Melvin. Ken Russell is the director.
How long is The Boy Friend?
The Boy Friend runs 2h 18m (138 minutes).
When did The Boy Friend come out?
The Boy Friend was released on December 16, 1971.
Which studio made The Boy Friend?
The Boy Friend was produced by Russflix, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and EMI Films in the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for The Boy Friend?
The Boy Friend was made on a budget of $2,300,000.
How much did The Boy Friend make at the box office?
The Boy Friend grossed $3,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $2,300,000.
What languages is The Boy Friend in?
The Boy Friend is in German, French, and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.