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Boys Don't Cry

Boys Don't Cry

A true story about finding the courage to be yourself.

A young transgender man explores his gender identity and searches for love in rural Nebraska.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Boys Don't Cry
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Release Date: 1999-09-02
  • Runtime: 118 minutes
  • Rating: 7.401/10 (1358 votes)
  • Budget: $2,000,000
  • Revenue: $11,540,607
  • Production Companies: Fox Searchlight Pictures, IFC Productions, Killer Films, Hart-Sharp Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.9602
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Hilary Swank

Hilary Swank

as Brandon Teena

Chloë Sevigny

Chloë Sevigny

as Lana Tisdel

Peter Sarsgaard

Peter Sarsgaard

as John Lotter

Brendan Sexton III

Brendan Sexton III

as Tom Nissen

Alicia Goranson

Alicia Goranson

as Candace

Alison Folland

Alison Folland

as Kate

Jeannetta Arnette

Jeannetta Arnette

as Lana's Mom

Rob Campbell

Rob Campbell

as Brian

Matt McGrath

Matt McGrath

as Lonny

Cheyenne Rushing

Cheyenne Rushing

as Nicole

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Trailers & Clips

Boys Don't Cry

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Keywords

small townrapeidentitybased on true storyromancelovefriendsmurderangerhate crimewoman directornebraskatrans mansmall town murdertransphobiagender identity1990srural town

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boys Don't Cry?

Boys Don't Cry is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1999-09-02.

Who are the main actors in Boys Don't Cry?

The main cast includes Hilary Swank, Chloë Sevigny, Peter Sarsgaard, Brendan Sexton III, Alicia Goranson, .

Where can I watch Boys Don't Cry online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Boys Don't Cry is available.

Is Boys Don't Cry based on a true story?

A true story about finding the courage to be yourself.

What is the IMDb rating of Boys Don't Cry?

Boys Don't Cry has an IMDb rating of 7.401/10 based on 1358 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Boys Don't Cry?

The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $11,540,607 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Boys Don't Cry?

The soundtrack was composed by Fox Searchlight Pictures, IFC Productions, Killer Films, Hart-Sharp Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Boys Don't Cry filmed?

Boys Don't Cry was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Boys Don't Cry?

The total runtime of Boys Don't Cry is 118 minutes.

Is Boys Don't Cry suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Boys Don't Cry?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Boys Don't Cry.

Does Boys Don't Cry have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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