

The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys
2002, English. Directed by Peter Care.
Forgive me father, for I am 14.
A group of Catholic school friends, after being caught drawing an obscene comic book, plan a heist that will outdo their previous prank and make them local legends.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 191 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys is streaming on Philo, Starz, and MovieSphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Peter CareDirector
- Kieran CulkinTim Sullivan
- Emile HirschFrancis Doyle
- Jena MaloneMargie Flynn
- Jake RichardsonWade Scalisi
- Jodie FosterSister Assumpta
- Vincent D'OnofrioFather Casey
- Melissa McBrideMrs. Doyle
- Michael HardingMr. Doyle
- Tyler LongJoey Anderson
- Arthur BridgersDonny Flynn
- Scott SimpsonNewsie
- Yvonne EricksonMrs. Sullivan
Details
- Released
- 14 June 2002
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jeff Stockwell, Michael Petroni
- Budget
- $12M
- Box office
- $2M
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What The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys is based on
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.
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The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys: quick answers
Is The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 191 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys?
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys on?
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys is streaming on Philo, Starz, and MovieSphere+ in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys?
If you liked The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys, try The Beanie Bubble, Art School Confidential, Family Weekend.
Who directed The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys?
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002) was directed by Peter Care and stars Kieran Culkin, Emile Hirsch, Jena Malone.
What is The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys based on?
The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys is adapted from a memoir or autobiography.