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The Lords of Flatbush

1974Movie1 h 26 minPG

ComedyDrama
58
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic538.5Rotten Tomatoes63%40%

A nostalgic drama movie about history and growing up.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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Story

When was the last time someone gave you a hickey?

Set in 1958, the coming of age story follows four lower middle-class Brooklyn teenagers known as The Lords of Flatbush. The Lords chase girls, steal cars, shoot pool, get into street fights, and hang out at a local malt shop.

Feels like

  • 1950s Brooklyn
  • Coming-of-Age
  • Working Class
  • Teenage Gang
  • Nostalgic
  • Street Culture
  • Friendship
  • Rebellion
  • Classic Cinema

Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by
Stephen Verona, Martin Davidson
Written by
Stephen Verona, Martin Davidson, Gayle Gleckler
Produced by
Stephen Verona
Music by
Joseph Brooks

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Facts

May 1, 1974 · 1 h 26 min · PG

Released
May 1, 1974
Runtime
1 h 26 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$160,000
Box office
$4 million
Available in
44 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Lords of Flatbush?"

Questions about The Lords of Flatbush

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Where can I stream The Lords of Flatbush?

PrimeFawesomeTubi TVHowdy

In the United States, The Lords of Flatbush streams on Prime and Howdy, and it is free with ads on Fawesome and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is The Lords of Flatbush worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 63%, and Metacritic 53).

Is The Lords of Flatbush okay for kids?

PGViolenceStrong language

Not for young kids: it's rated PG in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will The Lords of Flatbush make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is The Lords of Flatbush good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.