Dear Boys (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1980, Dear Boys is a drama film directed by Paul de Lussanet, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Lieve Jongens explores the sexual fantasies of a middle-aged writer and the handsome young men who dominate his life. Wolf, a successful writer of romantic novels, is plagued by self doubt and writer's block. Though pleasant looking and well-preserved, he fears age will rob him of the youthful companionship he so desperately craves. With the help of his equally randy and manipulative young sex partner, Wolf plots to seduce the gentle Muskrat from the arms of a much older lover.
Who’s in it. Dear Boys stars Hugo Metsers as Wolfbroer, Hans Dagelet as Woelrat, Bill Van Dijk as Tijger and Albert Mol, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Dear Boys has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dear Boys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dear Boys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dear Boys (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dear Boys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dear Boys worth watching?
- Dear Boys holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dear Boys?
- Dear Boys stars Hugo Metsers, Hans Dagelet, Bill Van Dijk, Albert Mol and Pleuni Touw.
- When was Dear Boys released?
- Dear Boys was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.