The Boy Cried Murder (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1966, The Boy Cried Murder is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by George P. Breakston, running about 77 minutes. “Only The KIller Believes Him!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young lad with a penchant for spinning elaborate yarns gets himself in deep trouble when he tries to tell people that he really did witness a terrible murder. Unfortunately no one believes him--except the killer. This multi-national drama/thriller, set within a resort community on the Adriatic Sea is a remake of the 1949 film The Window. A screen adaptation of a Cornell Woolrich story of the same name.
Who’s in it. The Boy Cried Murder stars Fraser MacIntosh as Jonathan Durrant, Veronica Hurst as Clare Durrant, Philip Brown as Tom Durrant and Tim Barrett as Mike, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Boy Cried Murder 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 Boy Cried Murder page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy Cried Murder tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boy Cried Murder (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy Cried Murder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boy Cried Murder worth watching?
- The Boy Cried Murder holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Boy Cried Murder?
- The Boy Cried Murder stars Fraser MacIntosh, Veronica Hurst, Philip Brown, Tim Barrett and Beba Lončar.
- When was The Boy Cried Murder released?
- The Boy Cried Murder was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.