Johns (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1996, Johns is a drama and romance film directed by Scott Silver, running about 96 minutes. “This ain't no 90210” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It's the day before Christmas, the day before John's 21st birthday. He's a prostitute on Santa Monica Blvd in L.A., and he wants to spend that night and the next day at the posh Park Plaza Hotel. Meanwhile, Donner, a lad new to the streets, wants John to leave the city with him. John spends the day trying to figure out how to deal with Donner's friendship.
Who’s in it. Johns stars David Arquette as John, Lukas Haas as Donner, John C. McGinley as Danny Cohen and Keith David as Homeless John, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Johns has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Johns page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johns tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johns (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johns worth watching?
- Johns holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johns?
- Johns stars David Arquette, Lukas Haas, John C. McGinley, Keith David and Wilson Cruz.
- When was Johns released?
- Johns was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.