Prayers for Bobby (2009)
Kernel Score: 90% · 619 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama, History, TV Movie
Released: 2009-01-24
Runtime: 89 minutes
Where to watch Prayers for Bobby
- Stream: Prime Video, Disney+, Lifetime Movie Club, Lifetime Movie Club Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Hoopla
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Bobby Griffith was his mother's favorite son, the perfect all-American boy growing up under deeply religious influences in Walnut Creek, California. Bobby was also gay. Struggling with a conflict no one knew of, much less understood, Bobby finally came out to his family.
Prayers for Bobby parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Prayers for Bobby dramatizes a real teen's suicide after family and religious rejection over his sexuality.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The film includes a depiction of teen suicide and its aftermath, along with themes of grief and loss.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Russell Mulcahy
Cast
- Sigourney Weaver as Mary Griffith
- Henry Czerny as Robert Griffith
- Ryan Kelley as Bobby Griffith
- Austin Nichols as Ed Griffith
- Carly Schroeder as Joy Griffith
- Scott Bailey as David
- Rebecca Louise Miller as Jeanette
- Shannon Eagen as Nancy Griffith
- Susan Ruttan as Betty Lambert
- Dan Butler as Reverend Whitsell
Prayers for Bobby FAQ
Is Prayers for Bobby good?
Prayers for Bobby has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 619 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Prayers for Bobby?
In the US you can stream Prayers for Bobby on Prime Video, Disney+, Lifetime Movie Club and Lifetime Movie Club Apple TV channel and watch it free with ads on Hoopla.
Is Prayers for Bobby OK for kids?
Prayers for Bobby is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Prayers for Bobby dramatizes a real teen's suicide after family and religious rejection over his sexuality.
What movies are like Prayers for Bobby?
If you liked Prayers for Bobby, try Till, Joseph, The Hill and I Swear.