The War Boys (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2009, The War Boys is a drama film directed by Ron Daniels, running about 93 minutes. “The heart knows no borders” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. David, George, and Greg, best friends since high school, are “The War Boys”. They used to perch on the US-Mexican border, waiting to spot illegal immigrants who were trying to run into the United States. Sometimes, without a thought for the immigrants, the boys chased them across the wasteland and back across the border – just for fun. It was just one of those games boys played to make themselves feel big. But high school’s over now. David is unexpectedly home from his freshman year of college and the War Boys have been reunited.
Who’s in it. The War Boys stars Benjamin Walker as David, Peter Gallagher as Slater, Brian J. Smith as George and Victor Rasuk as Greg, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The War Boys 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 War Boys page.
If you liked it. Fans of The War Boys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The War Boys (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The War Boys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The War Boys worth watching?
- The War Boys holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The War Boys?
- The War Boys stars Benjamin Walker, Peter Gallagher, Brian J. Smith, Victor Rasuk and Greg Serano.
- When was The War Boys released?
- The War Boys was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.