Boyz n the Hood

Once upon a time in South Central L.A. ... It ain't no fairy tale.

19911h 52m7.6(2,356 votes)

DramaCrime

Synopsis

Three friends growing up in South Central Los Angeles navigate a neighborhood plagued by violence, unemployment, and crime, each responding differently to the harsh realities of street life. As tragedy strikes close to home, their friendship, choices, and hopes for a better future are put to the ult…

Boyz n the Hood (1991) is a drama and crime film directed by John Singleton. It stars Cuba Gooding Jr., Laurence Fishburne, and Ice Cube. The film runs for 1 hour 52 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.6 out of 10 from 2,356 votes.

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Director

John Singleton

Cast

Cuba Gooding Jr.

Tré Styles

Laurence Fishburne

Furious Styles

Ice Cube

Doughboy

Morris Chestnut

Ricky Baker

Angela Bassett

Reva Styles

Nia Long

Brandi

Tyra Ferrell

Mrs. Baker

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Is Boyz n the Hood Worth Watching?

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Frequently Asked Questions About Boyz n the Hood

Where can I watch Boyz n the Hood?

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Who stars in Boyz n the Hood?

Boyz n the Hood stars Cuba Gooding Jr., Laurence Fishburne, Ice Cube, and Morris Chestnut, and was directed by John Singleton.

How long is Boyz n the Hood?

Boyz n the Hood has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes.

When did Boyz n the Hood come out?

Boyz n the Hood was released in 1991.

What genre is Boyz n the Hood?

Boyz n the Hood is a drama and crime film.

Is Boyz n the Hood worth watching?

Boyz n the Hood holds an average audience score of 7.6 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.