Boys Like Us (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1956, Boys Like Us is a family film directed by Mark Liebrecht, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. A class of thirteen-year-old danglers persuades the school administration to start speaking proper civilised Dutch. This takes place at a boarding school with a conflict situation between a young, idealistic and a brutal teacher.
Who’s in it. Boys Like Us stars Willy Blomme as Hein, Rudolf Boumans as The Principal, Ludo Cantens as Marc and Machteld Schoiers as Octavie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Boys Like Us sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boys Like Us page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boys Like Us tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boys Like Us (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boys Like Us change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Boys Like Us worth watching?
- Boys Like Us holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Boys Like Us?
- Boys Like Us stars Willy Blomme, Rudolf Boumans, Ludo Cantens, Machteld Schoiers and Lode Storms.
- When was Boys Like Us released?
- Boys Like Us was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.