Boys Don't Cry (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1999, Boys Don't Cry is a drama and crime film directed by Kimberly Peirce, running about 118 minutes. “A true story about finding the courage to be yourself.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young transgender man explores his gender identity and searches for love in rural Nebraska.
Who’s in it. Boys Don't Cry stars Hilary Swank as Brandon Teena, Chloë Sevigny as Lana Tisdel, Peter Sarsgaard as John Lotter and Brendan Sexton III as Tom Nissen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Boys Don't Cry has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $11.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boys Don't Cry page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boys Don't Cry tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boys Don't Cry (1999)?
- In US, Boys Don't Cry is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Boys Don't Cry worth watching?
- Boys Don't Cry holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Boys Don't Cry?
- Boys Don't Cry stars Hilary Swank, Chloë Sevigny, Peter Sarsgaard, Brendan Sexton III and Alicia Goranson.
- When was Boys Don't Cry released?
- Boys Don't Cry was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.