Boxing Helena
1993, English. Directed by Jennifer Lynch.
Beyond love, beyond obsession, there hides something beyond reason.
A top surgeon is besotted with a beautiful woman who once rebuffed him. Unable to come to terms with life without her, he tries to convince her that they need each other. She has other ideas, but a horrific accident leaves her at his mercy.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Jennifer LynchDirector
- Julian SandsDr. Nick Cavanaugh
- Sherilyn FennHelena
- Bill PaxtonRay O'Malley
- Art GarfunkelDr. Lawrence Augustine
- Betsy ClarkAnne Garrett
- Kurtwood SmithDr. Alan Harrison
- Nicolette ScorseseFantasy Lover / Nurse
- Meg RegisterMarion Cavanaugh
- Marla LevinePatricia
- Kim LentzNurse Diane
- Lloyd T. WilliamsSam the Clerk
- Carl Mazzocone Sr.Pastor
Details
- Released
- 22 March 1993
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Philippe Caland, Jennifer Lynch
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $1.8M
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Boxing Helena: quick answers
Is Boxing Helena worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.0/10 from 268 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Boxing Helena?
Boxing Helena runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Boxing Helena have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Boxing Helena. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Boxing Helena parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Boxing Helena is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Boxing Helena on?
Boxing Helena isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 22 March 1993. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Boxing Helena?
If you liked Boxing Helena, try Asylum, Bitter Moon, In Secret.
Who directed Boxing Helena?
Boxing Helena (1993) was directed by Jennifer Lynch and stars Julian Sands, Sherilyn Fenn, Bill Paxton.