Boys on the Side
"A motion picture that celebrates the art of survival, the gift of laughter and the miracle of friendship."
Originally released in 1995. Boys on the Side is a comedy/drama film. directed by Herbert Ross.
Starring Whoopi Goldberg, Mary-Louise Parker, and Drew Barrymore
Synopsis
After breaking up with her girlfriend, a nightclub singer, Jane, answers a personal ad from Robin, a real estate agent with AIDS, seeking a cross-country travel partner. On their journey from New York City to Los Angeles, the two stop by Pittsburgh to pick up Jane's friend Holly, who is trying to escape an abusive relationship. With three distinct personalities, the women must overcome their differences to help one another.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 3, 1995
30 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (247 votes)
Budget
$21M
Production budget
Box Office
$23.5M
1.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $21,000,000
- Revenue
- $23,450,000
Production Companies
- Regency Enterprises
- Alcor Films
- Hera Productions
- New Regency Pictures
- Le Studio Canal+
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boys on the Side about?
After breaking up with her girlfriend, a nightclub singer, Jane, answers a personal ad from Robin, a real estate agent with AIDS, seeking a cross-country travel partner. On their journey from New Y...
Who directed Boys on the Side?
Boys on the Side was directed by Herbert Ross.
How long is Boys on the Side?
Boys on the Side has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was Boys on the Side released?
Boys on the Side was released on February 3, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Boys on the Side?
The main cast of Boys on the Side includes Whoopi Goldberg, Mary-Louise Parker, Drew Barrymore, Matthew McConaughey, James Remar.
Is Boys on the Side worth watching?
Boys on the Side has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 247 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.