Nickel Boys
2024, English. Directed by RaMell Ross.
Chronicles the powerful friendship between two young Black teenagers navigating the harrowing trials of reform school together in Florida.
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 391 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Nickel Boys
Nickel Boys is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and MUBI in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 13 December 2024
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- RaMell Ross, Joslyn Barnes
- Budget
- $23M
- Box office
- $3M
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What Nickel Boys is based on
Nickel Boys is based on The Nickel Boys, a 2019 novel by Colson Whitehead, published by Doubleday.
Novel · 2019
The Nickel Boys
By Colson Whitehead
Published by Doubleday
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Nickel Boys: quick answers
Is Nickel Boys worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 391 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Nickel Boys?
Nickel Boys runs 140 minutes (2h 20m).
Does Nickel Boys have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Nickel Boys. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Nickel Boys parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Nickel Boys is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Nickel Boys on?
Nickel Boys is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and MUBI in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Nickel Boys?
If you liked Nickel Boys, try Son of the South, The Best of Enemies, Detroit.
Who directed Nickel Boys?
Nickel Boys (2024) was directed by RaMell Ross and stars Ethan Herisse, Brandon Wilson, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
What is Nickel Boys based on?
Nickel Boys is based on The Nickel Boys, a 2019 novel by Colson Whitehead, published by Doubleday.