The Boys in the Band
1970, English. Directed by William Friedkin.
... is not a musical.
Harold is celebrating a birthday, and his friend Michael has drafted some other friends to help commemorate the event. As the evening progresses, an unexpected guest shows up, the alcohol flows, the knives come out, and dormant and unspoken emotions are unleashed.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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Where to watch The Boys in the Band
The Boys in the Band isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Details
- Released
- 16 March 1970
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mart Crowley
- Budget
- $5.5M
- Box office
- $3.5M
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What The Boys in the Band is based on
The Boys in the Band is based on The Boys in the Band, a 1968 play or musical by Mart Crowley.
Play or musical · 1968
The Boys in the Band
By Mart Crowley
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The Boys in the Band: quick answers
Is The Boys in the Band worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 124 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Boys in the Band?
The Boys in the Band runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does The Boys in the Band have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Boys in the Band. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Boys in the Band parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Boys in the Band is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Boys in the Band on?
The Boys in the Band isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Boys in the Band?
If you liked The Boys in the Band, try The Boys in the Band, The Normal Heart, Henry Gamble's Birthday Party.
Who directed The Boys in the Band?
The Boys in the Band (1970) was directed by William Friedkin and stars Kenneth Nelson, Leonard Frey, Peter White.
What is The Boys in the Band based on?
The Boys in the Band is based on The Boys in the Band, a 1968 play or musical by Mart Crowley.