Movie

Boys on the Side

“A motion picture that celebrates the art of survival, the gift of laughter and the miracle of friendship.”

★ 6.4(262)19951h 55m

Boys on the Side is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Ireland, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Herbert Ross
Release date: 1995-02-03
Runtime: 1h 55m
Language: English
Box office: $23,450,000
Budget: $21,000,000
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Regency Enterprises

Boys on the Side — trailer

About Boys on the Side

Boys on the Side is a 1995 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Herbert Ross, starring Whoopi Goldberg, Mary-Louise Parker and Drew Barrymore. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 262 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Boys on the Side in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After breaking up with her girlfriend, a nightclub singer, Jane, answers a personal ad from Robin, a real estate agent with AIDS, seeking a cross-country travel partner. On their journey from New York City to Los Angeles, the two stop by Pittsburgh to pick up Jane's friend Holly, who is trying to escape an abusive relationship. With three distinct personalities, the women must overcome their differences to help one another.

Cast

Whoopi Goldberg

Jane Deluca

Mary-Louise Parker

Robin

Drew Barrymore

Holly Pulchik-Lincoln

Matthew McConaughey

Abe Lincoln

James Remar

Alex

Billy Wirth

Nick

Anita Gillette

Elaine

Dennis Boutsikaris

Massarelli

Estelle Parsons

Louise

Amy Aquino

Anna

Stan Egi

Henry

Stephen Gevedon

Johnny Figgis/Jane's Band

Themes & keywords

friendshipescapeaidshomophobiahomicideroommatescar journeyfemale friendshiproad tripfriendsdomestic violencefresh startabusive boyfriendlesbianchosen family

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Boys on the Side in Ireland?+

In Ireland, you can stream Boys on the Side on Amazon Prime Video. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.

Is Boys on the Side on Netflix?+

Boys on the Side is not on Netflix in Ireland right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.

How long is Boys on the Side?+

Boys on the Side has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in Boys on the Side?+

Boys on the Side stars Whoopi Goldberg, Mary-Louise Parker, Drew Barrymore, Matthew McConaughey and James Remar.

When did Boys on the Side come out?+

Boys on the Side is a 1995 movie directed by Herbert Ross.

What genre is Boys on the Side?+

Boys on the Side is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Boys on the Side?+

Boys on the Side was directed by Herbert Ross.