The Boys in Blue (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1982, The Boys in Blue is a comedy and family film directed by Val Guest, running about 91 minutes. “A really blue movie...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sgt. Cannon (Tommy Cannon) and PC Ball (Bobby Ball) run the police station in the quiet town of Little Botham. When the station is threatened with closure due to a lack of crime, they decide to invent some crimes to justify their existence. When they try to steal a painting from a local rich businessman (Roy Kinnear), they accidently stumble across a gang of real art thieves who have just stolen £1 million worth of paintings. It is up to the two bungling cops to stop them escaping with their haul.
Who’s in it. The Boys in Blue stars Bobby Ball as P.C. Bobby Ball, Tommy Cannon as Sergeant Tommy Cannon, Suzanne Danielle as Kim and Roy Kinnear as Mr. Lloyd, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Boys in Blue 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 Boys in Blue page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boys in Blue tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boys in Blue (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boys in Blue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boys in Blue worth watching?
- The Boys in Blue holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Boys in Blue?
- The Boys in Blue stars Bobby Ball, Tommy Cannon, Suzanne Danielle, Roy Kinnear and Eric Sykes.
- When was The Boys in Blue released?
- The Boys in Blue was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.