The Boys in the Band
1970 · 2h 0m · Drama
Watch it tonight if you're in the mood for sharp, emotionally raw character drama—this is a certified classic that cuts deep beneath the surface of friendship and identity. The strong RT score and solid IMDb rating confirm what decades of acclaim already knew: it's a masterclass in tension, vulnerability, and witty-but-wounding dialogue that'll stay with you long after the credits roll.
Plot
Harold is celebrating a birthday, and his friend Michael has drafted some other friends to help commemorate the event. As the evening progresses, an unexpected guest shows up, the alcohol flows, the knives come out, and dormant and unspoken emotions are unleashed.
Director: William Friedkin
Cast: Kenneth Nelson, Leonard Frey, Peter White, Cliff Gorman, Frederick Combs
