Where can I watch For the Boys (1991)?

In US, For the Boys is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is For the Boys worth watching?

For the Boys holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in For the Boys?

For the Boys stars Bette Midler, James Caan, George Segal, Patrick O'Neal and Bud Yorkin.

When was For the Boys released?

For the Boys was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.

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For the Boys (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 1991, For the Boys is a drama and music film directed by Mark Rydell, running about 138 minutes. “Laughter and tears. Tragedy and triumph. They lived it all. For the boys.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. On a USO tour during World War II, entertainer Eddie Sparks needs a partner to round out his act. Soon after hiring performer Dixie Leonard, Eddie decides he wants her out of the show — mostly because she upstages him. Dixie is close to leaving of her own accord, but her uncle, Art Silver, convinces her to stay. As the years and wars go by, Eddie and Dixie experience a tumultuous relationship onstage and off while they continue the act for the troops.

Who’s in it. For the Boys stars Bette Midler as Dixie Leonard, James Caan as Eddie Sparks, George Segal as Art Silver and Patrick O'Neal as Shephard, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, For the Boys has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $23.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch For the Boys page.

If you liked it. Fans of For the Boys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch For the Boys (1991)?: In US, For the Boys is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is For the Boys worth watching?: For the Boys holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in For the Boys?: For the Boys stars Bette Midler, James Caan, George Segal, Patrick O'Neal and Bud Yorkin.
When was For the Boys released?: For the Boys was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 138 minutes.