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For the Boys

6.419912h 18mMovieDramaMusicComedy

Talented USO entertainer Dixie Leonard and comedian Eddie Sparks deal with their relationship over the course of 5 decades from World War II to the Vietnam War era to their twilight era in the 90's.

DirectorMark Rydell
WritersMarshall Brickman·Lindy Laub
ProducersMargaret South·Bonnie Bruckheimer

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Cast · Directed by Mark Rydell

BMBette Midler
Bette Midler
Dixie Leonard
JCJames Caan
James Caan
Eddie Sparks
GSGeorge Segal
George Segal
Art Silver
POPatrick O'Neal
Patrick O'Neal
Shephard
CRChristopher Rydell
Christopher Rydell
Danny Leonard
AGArye Gross
Arye Gross
Jeff Brooks
NFNorman Fell
Norman Fell
Sam Schiff
RMRosemary Murphy
Rosemary Murphy
Luanna Trott
BYBud Yorkin
Bud Yorkin
Phil
DBDori Brenner
Dori Brenner
Loretta
JSJack Sheldon
Jack Sheldon
Wally Fields
KM
Karen Martin
Victoria Lee

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For the Boys — streaming FAQ

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For the Boys is streaming on Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is For the Boys on Netflix?

No, For the Boys is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is For the Boys on Amazon Prime Video?

For the Boys isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch For the Boys for free?

For the Boys is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.