Boys Cry (2018)
Kernel Score: 77% · 287 ratings
Genres: Crime, Drama
Released: 2018-06-07
Runtime: 95 minutes
Where to watch Boys Cry
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Mirko and Manolo are best friends and live in the suburbs of Rome. They both live in poor conditions with their single parents, are still in school and struggle with occasional odd jobs to make ends meet. Together they share dreams of women, of sex and money, of a better life to come. Then, after killing a man in a hit-and-run one night, they get involved with the local mafia and their lives change dramatically.
Boys Cry parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this Italian crime drama follows two poor teenage friends who become entangled with the mafia after a hit-and-run killing.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Includes a hit-and-run killing and involvement with organized crime and mafia violence.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — The overview references the boys' dreams of women and sex as part of their coming-of-age struggles.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Damiano D'Innocenzo
Cast
- Andrea Carpenzano as Manolo
- Matteo Olivetti as Mirko
- Milena Mancini as Alessia
- Luca Zingaretti as Angelo
- Michela De Rossi as Ambra
- Max Tortora as Danilo
- Giordano De Plano as Simone
- Yan Lovga as Principe
- Nicole Centanni as Dani
- Walter Toschi as Carmine
Boys Cry FAQ
Is Boys Cry good?
Boys Cry has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 287 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Boys Cry?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video.
Is Boys Cry OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this Italian crime drama follows two poor teenage friends who become entangled with the mafia after a hit-and-run killing.
What movies are like Boys Cry?
If you liked Boys Cry, try Suburra, The Yakuza, GoodFellas and The Traitor.