The Birthday Boy (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1986, The Birthday Boy is a comedy and tv movie film directed by Claude Conrad, running about 33 minutes.
What it’s about. A salesman in a sporting-goods store takes a cross-country trip on his birthday in order to visit his old gym coach, and sell him a supply of basketballs.
Who’s in it. The Birthday Boy stars Jim Belushi and Dennis Farina.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Birthday Boy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Birthday Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Birthday Boy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Birthday Boy (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Birthday Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Birthday Boy worth watching?
- The Birthday Boy holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Birthday Boy?
- The Birthday Boy stars Jim Belushi and Dennis Farina.
- When was The Birthday Boy released?
- The Birthday Boy was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 33 minutes.