Dream Boy
2008, English. Directed by James Bolton.
The story of Nathan, a young teenager who tries to flourish in a romantic relationship with neighbour Roy. The two young men will have to face the brutal reality of the rural south of the United States in the late 1970s.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 129 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Dream Boy
Dream 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
Details
- Released
- 24 October 2008
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Bolton
- Budget
- $1.2M
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What Dream Boy is based on
Dream Boy is adapted from a novel.
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Dream Boy: quick answers
Is Dream Boy worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 129 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dream Boy?
Dream Boy runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Dream Boy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dream Boy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dream Boy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Dream Boy yet.
Which OTT platform is Dream Boy on?
Dream Boy isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dream Boy?
If you liked Dream Boy, try The Best of Me, My Policeman, Where the Crawdads Sing.
Who directed Dream Boy?
Dream Boy (2008) was directed by James Bolton and stars Stephan Bender, Thomas Jay Ryan, Diana Scarwid.
What is Dream Boy based on?
Dream Boy is adapted from a novel.