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Homeboy

1988·Movie
1h 56min·R
52
MediocreGoodWatch score

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Tension4

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Romance6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Sports and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

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About

Some people live life blow by blow.

Johnny Walker is a cowboy and a boxer. He is very shy and a bit of a fool. He is in love with Ruby, but he cannot tell her. He is also a bit old to keep on boxing, but its the only thing he does well.
MelancholyBoxing DramaCharacter-DrivenClass ConflictSmall-TownRomance1980sPsychologicalEmotional

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Homeboy legally?

Homeboy is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Homeboy worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Homeboy rated?

R

It's rated R in the United States.

How long is Homeboy?

1 h 56 min

Homeboy runs 1 h 56 min.

What language is Homeboy in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Homeboy?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Homeboy in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.