My Boyfriend's Back
1993, English. Directed by Bob Balaban.
A comedy that proves true love never dies.
Missy McCloud is the most beautiful girl in school and Johnny Dingle has been in love with her for years. One night, as Johnny tries to stop an armed robbery and save Missy from danger, he's killed, but resurrected as a zombie not long after. Now, with the help of his mentor, self-proclaimed Zombie Expert Maggie, Johnny must control his flesh-eating urges while trying to win the heart of Missy.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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My Boyfriend's Back is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Bob BalabanDirector
- Andrew LoweryJohnny
- Traci LindMissy McCloud
- Danny ZornEddie
- Edward HerrmannMr. Dingle
- Mary Beth HurtMrs. Dingle
- Jay O. SandersSheriff McCloud
- Libby VillariCamille McCloud
- Matthew FoxBuck Van Patten
- Philip Seymour HoffmanChuck Bronski
- Paul DooleyBig Chuck
- Austin PendletonDr. Bronson
- David Womack GalewskyYoung Johnny
Details
- Released
- 6 August 1993
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dean Lorey
- Box office
- $3.3M
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My Boyfriend's Back: quick answers
Is My Boyfriend's Back worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 96 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is My Boyfriend's Back?
My Boyfriend's Back runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does My Boyfriend's Back have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for My Boyfriend's Back. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
My Boyfriend's Back parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
My Boyfriend's Back is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is My Boyfriend's Back on?
My Boyfriend's Back is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like My Boyfriend's Back?
If you liked My Boyfriend's Back, try Dave Made a Maze, The Fearless Vampire Killers, Death Becomes Her.
Who directed My Boyfriend's Back?
My Boyfriend's Back (1993) was directed by Bob Balaban and stars Andrew Lowery, Traci Lind, Danny Zorn.