The Houseboy (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2007, The Houseboy is a drama film directed by Spencer Schilly, running about 81 minutes. “When the cat's away...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Distraught after he overhears his two 30-something lovers talking about finding a new "toy" to replace him, young Ricky looks for love through a series of random sexual encounters while house-sitting for the couple over the Christmas holidays. Meanwhile, he contemplates suicide. But when Ricky meets a compassionate new friend, he may be experiencing the sparks of real love in this compelling and sexy gay drama.
Who’s in it. The Houseboy stars Nick May as Ricky, Blake Young-Fountain as Blake, Damián Fuentes as Dominic and Tom Merlino as Simon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Houseboy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Houseboy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Houseboy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Houseboy (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Houseboy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Houseboy worth watching?
- The Houseboy holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Houseboy?
- The Houseboy stars Nick May, Blake Young-Fountain, Damián Fuentes, Tom Merlino and Brian Patacca.
- When was The Houseboy released?
- The Houseboy was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.