Boyhood(2014)
“12 years in the making.”
Overview
The film tells a story of a divorced couple trying to raise their young son. The story follows the boy for twelve years, from first grade at age 6 through 12th grade at age 17-18, and examines his relationship with his parents as he grows.
Director
Richard Linklater
Studio
IFC Productions
Budget
$4M
Revenue
$48M
Cast
Ellar Coltrane
as Mason
Patricia Arquette
as Mom
Ethan Hawke
as Dad
Lorelei Linklater
as Samantha
Libby Villari
as Grandma
Marco Perella
as Professor Bill Welbrock
Brad Hawkins
as Jim
Jamie Howard
as Mindy
Andrew Villarreal
as Randy
Jenni Tooley
as Annie
Zoe Graham
as Sheena
Charlie Sexton
as Jimmy
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2014
Runtime
2h 45m
Language
Spanish
Rating
7.5 / 10
Budget
$4M
Box Office
$48M
Production Companies
IFC Productions • Detour Filmproduction
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Boyhood?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Boyhood (2014).
What is Boyhood about?▼
The film tells a story of a divorced couple trying to raise their young son. The story follows the boy for twelve years, from first grade at age 6 through 12th grade at age 17-18, and examines his relationship with his parents as he grows.
Who directed Boyhood?▼
Boyhood was directed by Richard Linklater and released in 2014. It is a drama film.
How long is Boyhood?▼
Boyhood has a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes (165 minutes total).
Who stars in Boyhood?▼
The cast of Boyhood includes Ellar Coltrane as Mason, Patricia Arquette as Mom, Ethan Hawke as Dad, Lorelei Linklater as Samantha, Libby Villari as Grandma and more.
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