Boys Don't Cry(1999)
“A true story about finding the courage to be yourself.”
Overview
A young transgender man explores his gender identity and searches for love in rural Nebraska.
Director
Kimberly Peirce
Studio
Fox Searchlight Pictures
Budget
$2M
Revenue
$12M
Cast
Hilary Swank
as Brandon Teena
Chloë Sevigny
as Lana Tisdel
Peter Sarsgaard
as John Lotter
Brendan Sexton III
as Tom Nissen
Alicia Goranson
as Candace
Alison Folland
as Kate
Jeannetta Arnette
as Lana's Mom
Rob Campbell
as Brian
Matt McGrath
as Lonny
Cheyenne Rushing
as Nicole
Lou Perryman
as Sheriff
Paige Carl Griggs
as Dave (Deputy)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
1h 58m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$2M
Box Office
$12M
Production Companies
Fox Searchlight Pictures • IFC Productions • Killer Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Boys Don't Cry?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Boys Don't Cry (1999).
What is Boys Don't Cry about?▼
A young transgender man explores his gender identity and searches for love in rural Nebraska.
Who directed Boys Don't Cry?▼
Boys Don't Cry was directed by Kimberly Peirce and released in 1999. It is a crime, drama film.
How long is Boys Don't Cry?▼
Boys Don't Cry has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
Who stars in Boys Don't Cry?▼
The cast of Boys Don't Cry includes Hilary Swank as Brandon Teena, Chloë Sevigny as Lana Tisdel, Peter Sarsgaard as John Lotter, Brendan Sexton III as Tom Nissen, Alicia Goranson as Candace and more.
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