Boys in Brown (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1949, Boys in Brown is a crime film directed by Montgomery Tully, running about 84 minutes. “Can Bad Boys Make Good?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jackie lives in poverty with his widowed mother. In a bid to escape poverty he gets involved in a robbery that sees him sentenced to three years in Borstal where he meets a tough crowd, tougher than anything on the outside.
Who’s in it. Boys in Brown stars Dirk Bogarde as Alfie Rawlins, Richard Attenborough as Jackie Knowles, Jack Warner as Governor and Jimmy Hanley as Bill Foster, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Boys in Brown has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Boys in Brown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boys in Brown tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boys in Brown (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boys in Brown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Boys in Brown worth watching?
- Boys in Brown holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Boys in Brown?
- Boys in Brown stars Dirk Bogarde, Richard Attenborough, Jack Warner, Jimmy Hanley and Barbara Murray.
- When was Boys in Brown released?
- Boys in Brown was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.