Boy Friend (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film
Released in 1939, Boy Friend is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by James Tinling, running about 70 minutes. “Jane's gone romantic... but in that wild Withers way!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cop pretends to be a crook in order to catch a gang of outlaws. The bad guys run a night club as a front. The cop's sister helps him by singing there; otherwise, she's busy making love to a military cadet.
Who’s in it. Boy Friend stars Jane Withers as Sally Murphy, Arleen Whelan as Sue Duffy, George Ernest as Billy Bradley and Richard Bond as Jimmy Murphy, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boy Friend page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boy Friend tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boy Friend (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boy Friend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Boy Friend?
- Boy Friend stars Jane Withers, Arleen Whelan, George Ernest, Richard Bond and Douglas Fowley.
- When was Boy Friend released?
- Boy Friend was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.