Lover Boy (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1975, Lover Boy is a comedy film directed by Marino Girolami, running about 95 minutes. “His first affair was her erotic desire!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young man gets a pleasant surprise when a comely "relative" agrees to teach him the rudiments of sex.
Who’s in it. Lover Boy stars Edwige Fenech as Marianna Persichetti, Valerio Fioravanti as Carletto Persichetti, Enrico Simonetti as Ing. Pino Persichetti and Gianfranco D'Angelo as Fra' Domenico, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Lover 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 Lover Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lover Boy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lover Boy (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lover Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lover Boy worth watching?
- Lover Boy holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lover Boy?
- Lover Boy stars Edwige Fenech, Valerio Fioravanti, Enrico Simonetti, Gianfranco D'Angelo and Fabrizio Cardinali.
- When was Lover Boy released?
- Lover Boy was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.