Man and Boy (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1971, Man and Boy is an adventure and western film directed by E.W. Swackhamer, running about 98 minutes. “Bill Cosby comes to the big screen in a stunning switch from his TV and comedy portrayals to a starkly dramatic role!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. At the beginning of the 19th century a man and his son settle in Arizona which used to be a frontier state and full of criminals at that time.
Who’s in it. Man and Boy stars Bill Cosby as Caleb Revers, Gloria Foster as Ivy Revers, Leif Erickson as Sheriff Mossman and Henry Silva as Caine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Man and Boy 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 Man and Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man and Boy tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man and Boy (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man and Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man and Boy worth watching?
- Man and Boy holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man and Boy?
- Man and Boy stars Bill Cosby, Gloria Foster, Leif Erickson, Henry Silva and Dub Taylor.
- When was Man and Boy released?
- Man and Boy was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.