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The Boy Friend

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1971 | 138 min | Music, Comedy, Romance

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

It earned strong reviews (88% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it drew serious awards attention, despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.

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

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved How to Marry a Millionaire or Avanti!, start here.
The mood
Light and funny, romantic.
The pace
Breezy, at 2 hr 18 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
  • Made in 1971: an older pace and style.

When the leading lady of a low-budget musical revue sprains her ankle, the assistant stage manager is forced to understudy and perform in her place.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    88% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsStrong

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

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $3 million worldwide on a $2 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 39K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Ken Russell

  • TwiggyPolly
  • Christopher GableTony
  • Max AdrianMax
  • Bryan PringlePercy
  • Murray MelvinAlphonse
  • Moyra FraserMme. Dubonnet
  • Georgina HaleFay
  • Sally BryantNancy
  • Vladek SheybalDe Thrill
  • Tommy TuneTommy