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Boyz n the Hood (1991) poster

Boyz n the Hood

1991, English. Directed by John Singleton.

Once upon a time in South Central L.A. ... It ain't no fairy tale.

Three friends growing up in South Central Los Angeles navigate a neighborhood plagued by violence, unemployment, and crime, each responding differently to the harsh realities of street life. As tragedy strikes close to home, their friendship, choices, and hopes for a better future are put to the ultimate test.

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Runtime
1h 52m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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7.6/10 from 2,395 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Boyz n the Hood isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.

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Released
12 July 1991
Country
United States of America
Written by
John Singleton
Budget
$6.5M
Box office
$58M
street ganggangsterrapperghettostreet warcoming of agetragedysocial commentarylos angeles, californiagang violencesocial awarenessblack americanintenseantagonistic

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What comes after Boyz n the Hood?

Next in the series: Poetic Justice (1993) and Baby Boy (2001).

Is Boyz n the Hood worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 2,395 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Boyz n the Hood?

Boyz n the Hood runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).

Does Boyz n the Hood have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Boyz n the Hood. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Boyz n the Hood parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Boyz n the Hood is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Boyz n the Hood on?

Boyz n the Hood isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

What movies are like Boyz n the Hood?

If you liked Boyz n the Hood, try City of God, Paid in Full, Menace II Society.

Who directed Boyz n the Hood?

Boyz n the Hood (1991) was directed by John Singleton and stars Cuba Gooding Jr., Laurence Fishburne, Ice Cube.

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