Boy Friend (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film
Released in 1961, Boy Friend is a notable film directed by Naresh Saigal, running about 137 minutes.
What it’s about. A young lad, separated at a young age from his parents takes on the life of petty crime and ends up in jail. On his release he comes across a friend in a train, and at the friend's request sets upon to trace his two daughters; he meets them and falls in love with one of them. But the police are on his trail due to a stolen necklace belonging to none other than his birth mother.
Who’s in it. Boy Friend stars Shammi Kapoor, Madhubala, Dharmendra and Nishi, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boy Friend page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boy Friend (1961)?
- In US, Boy Friend is available to stream on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Boy Friend?
- Boy Friend stars Shammi Kapoor, Madhubala, Dharmendra, Nishi and Dhumal.
- When was Boy Friend released?
- Boy Friend was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 137 minutes.