The Playboys (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1992, The Playboys is a drama and romance film directed by Gillies MacKinnon, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. A young woman, Tara Maguire (Robin Wright) scandalizes her provincial Irish village in the 1950s by having a baby out of a wedlock, and refusing to name the father. She has a rare beauty and every man in town desires her, especially Sergeant Hegarty (Albert Finney). The arrival of a dramatic troupe stirs things up even more, especially when she falls in love with one f the "Playboys", Tom Casey (Aidan Quinn).
Who’s in it. The Playboys stars Albert Finney as Constable Brendan Hegarty, Aidan Quinn as Tom Casey, Robin Wright as Tara Maguire and Milo O’Shea as Freddie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Playboys 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 The Playboys page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Playboys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Playboys (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Playboys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Playboys worth watching?
- The Playboys holds an audience score of 6.3 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 The Playboys?
- The Playboys stars Albert Finney, Aidan Quinn, Robin Wright, Milo O’Shea and Alan Devlin.
- When was The Playboys released?
- The Playboys was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.