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For the Boys

Seen it?

1991 | 138 min | Drama, Music, Comedy, War

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz and middling reviews (40% on Rotten Tomatoes), it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh and history buffs. If you loved Bo Burnham: Make Happy, start here.
The mood
Funny with heart, intense.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 18 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much for most grown-ups.

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.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    40% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsSolid

    Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Also nominated for 1 Oscar and 1 more Golden Globe.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $40 million worldwide on a $40 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Mark Rydell

  • Bette MidlerDixie Leonard
  • James CaanEddie Sparks
  • George SegalArt Silver
  • Patrick O'NealShephard
  • Christopher RydellDanny Leonard
  • Arye GrossJeff Brooks
  • Norman FellSam Schiff
  • Rosemary MurphyLuanna Trott
  • Bud YorkinPhil
  • Dori BrennerLoretta