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Prayers for Bobby

8.120091h 29mPGMovieDramaHistoryTV Movie

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.

DirectorRussell Mulcahy
ProducersStanley M. Brooks·Chris Taaffe

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Cast · Directed by Russell Mulcahy

SWSigourney Weaver
Sigourney Weaver
Mary Griffith
HCHenry Czerny
Henry Czerny
Robert Griffith
RKRyan Kelley
Ryan Kelley
Bobby Griffith
ANAustin Nichols
Austin Nichols
Ed Griffith
CSCarly Schroeder
Carly Schroeder
Joy Griffith
SBScott Bailey
Scott Bailey
David
RMRebecca Louise Miller
Rebecca Louise Miller
Jeanette
SEShannon Eagen
Shannon Eagen
Nancy Griffith
SRSusan Ruttan
Susan Ruttan
Betty Lambert
DBDan Butler
Dan Butler
Reverend Whitsell
LGLee Garlington
Lee Garlington
Psychologist
ML
Madge Levinson
Ophelia

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Prayers for Bobby — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Prayers for Bobby?

Prayers for Bobby is streaming on Disney Plus, Lifetime Movie Club and Hoopla in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Prayers for Bobby on Netflix?

No, Prayers for Bobby is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus and Lifetime Movie Club.

Is Prayers for Bobby on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Prayers for Bobby isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Disney Plus and Lifetime Movie Club instead.

Where can I watch Prayers for Bobby for free?

Prayers for Bobby is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Fawesome in United States.

Is Prayers for Bobby based on a true story?

Yes — Prayers for Bobby is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).