A Billion for Boris (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1984, A Billion for Boris is a comedy film directed by Alexander Grasshoff, running about 94 minutes. “With the ability to see the future a young boy looks to win a billion!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this family-friendly sequel to Freaky Friday, teenaged Boris realizes that his television set is somehow receiving broadcasts from the future, so he starts betting piles of cash on horse races and making himself outrageously rich. Boris is on top of the world...until he discovers that something this good doesn't come without a price.
Who’s in it. A Billion for Boris stars Scott Schutzman Tiler as Boris Harris, Mary Tanner Bailey as Annabel Andrews, Seth Green as Benjamin "Ape-Face" Andrews and Tim Kazurinsky as Bart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, A Billion for Boris 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 A Billion for Boris page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Billion for Boris tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Billion for Boris (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Billion for Boris change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Billion for Boris worth watching?
- A Billion for Boris holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Billion for Boris?
- A Billion for Boris stars Scott Schutzman Tiler, Mary Tanner Bailey, Seth Green, Tim Kazurinsky and Lee Grant.