Movie
Where to Watch Best Boy (1979) in the US
- 1979
- 1h 51m
- 7.8IMDb
- 100%Rotten Tomatoes
Best Boy is available free with a participating library card in the United States.
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- Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Kanopy.
What it's about
Director Ira Wohl documents three years in the life of her cheerful, mentally handicapped 52-year-old cousin, Philip Wohl, whose elderly parents have recently started to prepare him for the day when they can no longer be his caretakers. Ira follows Philly as he travels from his apartment in Queens into Manhattan, where he takes classes to learn to care for himself. Slowly, Philly begins to learn the ways of the world and becomes more self-reliant and independent.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Ira Wohl
- Writer
- Ira Wohl
- Starring
- Ira Wohl, Philip Wohl, Zero Mostel
Details
- Release date
- Apr 2, 1981
- Language
- English, Hebrew
- Country
- United States
- Awards
- Won 1 Oscar. 4 wins & 2 nominations total
Where to Watch Best Boy (1979) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Best Boy in the United States?
- Best Boy is available free with a participating library card in the United States. Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Kanopy.
- Can I stream Best Boy or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- We have not confirmed a subscription, rental, or purchase option for Best Boy in the United States.
- Can I watch Best Boy for free in the United States?
- Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Kanopy.
