Baby Boy
2001, English. Directed by John Singleton.
Just a Baby Boy.
The story of Jody, a misguided, 20-year-old African-American who is really just a baby boy finally forced-kicking and screaming to face the commitments of real life. Streetwise and jobless, he has not only fathered two children by two different women-Yvette and Peanut but still lives with his own mother. He can't seem to strike a balance or find direction in his chaotic life.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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7.1/10 from 377 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Baby Boy
Baby Boy isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- John SingletonDirector
- Tyrese GibsonJoseph Summers
- Taraji P. HensonYvette
- Omar GoodingSweetpea
- Ving RhamesMelvin 'Mel'
- Snoop DoggRodney
- A.J. JohnsonJuanita
- Angell ConwellKim
- Kareem J. GrimesDo Dirty
- Tracey Cherelle JonesSharika
- Mo'NiquePatrice
- John SingletonMan Selling Bootleg Movies (uncredited)
- Tamara LaSeon BassPeanut
Details
- Released
- 27 June 2001
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Singleton
- Budget
- $16M
- Box office
- $29M
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Baby Boy: quick answers
What should I watch before Baby Boy?
Watch Boyz n the Hood (1991) and Poetic Justice (1993) first.
Is Baby Boy worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 377 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Baby Boy?
Baby Boy runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does Baby Boy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Baby Boy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Baby Boy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Baby Boy is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Baby Boy on?
Baby Boy isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Baby Boy?
If you liked Baby Boy, try Set It Off, Hard to Kill, Butterfly on a Wheel.
Who directed Baby Boy?
Baby Boy (2001) was directed by John Singleton and stars Tyrese Gibson, Taraji P. Henson, Omar Gooding.