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Boys Don't Cry (1999)

A true story about finding the courage to be yourself.

  • Sep 2, 1999
  • 1h 58m
  • R

7.4/10

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1,521 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Boys Don't Cry is a 1999 crime and drama film directed by Kimberly Peirce. Its leading cast includes Hilary Swank, Chloë Sevigny and Peter Sarsgaard. It runs for 1 hour 58 minutes.

Synopsis

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

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Time needed
1 hour 58 minutes
Age rating (US)
R
Language
English
Audience signal
7.4/10 from 1,521 TMDB votes

Official Trailer

Boys Don't Cry · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • Hilary Swank Brandon Teena
  • Chloë Sevigny Lana Tisdel
  • Peter Sarsgaard John Lotter
  • Brendan Sexton III Tom Nissen
  • Alicia Goranson Candace
  • Alison Folland Kate
  • Jeannetta Arnette Lana's Mom
  • Rob Campbell Brian
  • Matt McGrath Lonny
  • Cheyenne Rushing Nicole
  • Lou Perryman Sheriff
  • Paige Carl Griggs Dave (Deputy)
  • Jerry Haynes Judge
  • Shana McClendon Girl in Car
  • Libby Villari Nurse
  • Gail Cronauer Clerk
  • Robert Prentiss Trucker
  • Josh Ridgway Kwik Stop Cashier

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