How long is For the Boys?

For the Boys is 2 h 18 min long (138 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 10:18 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

What is For the Boys rated?

TMDB lists no US age certification for For the Boys.

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For the Boys (1991) runs 2 h 18 min and averages 6.4 from 85 TMDB members. Talented USO entertainer Dixie Leonard and comedian Eddie Sparks deal with their relationship over the course of 5 decades from World War II to the Vietnam War era to their twilight era in the 90's.

Runtime: 2 h 18 min — ends 10:18 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: no US certification listed
Genres: Drama, Music, Comedy, War
Released: November 22, 1991
TMDB rating: 6.4 / 10 from 85 votes
Director: Mark Rydell
Starring: Bette Midler, James Caan, George Segal, Patrick O'Neal
Language: English

Good for a group? Better for one or two who will actually watch.Drama and Music reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.

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How long is For the Boys?: For the Boys is 2 h 18 min long (138 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 10:18 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is For the Boys rated?: TMDB lists no US age certification for For the Boys.
Is For the Boys a good movie to watch with a group?: Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama and Music reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.
Where can I stream For the Boys?: In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Hoopla (free). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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