Boyz n the Hood
1991 · Movie · R · 112 min · ★ 7.6 · 86% critics
Growing up in a tough Los Angeles neighborhood where violence and crime are part of daily life, a teenager is guided by a determined father who pushes him toward responsibility and a better future. But the pull of friends, street pressure, and escalating conflict tests how far good advice can go when survival feels uncertain.
Also known as Boys in the Hood · Boyz n. the Hood
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Details
- Years
- 1991
- Release date
- 1991-07-12
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
- Runtime
- 112 min
- Critic score
- 86/100
- TMDB rating
- 7.6/10 (2,257 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want an emotional, grounded coming-of-age story about choices, community, and consequences, similar to Menace II Society or A Bronx Tale; Not for you if you want light escapism or minimal violence.
Pros: powerful, heartfelt drama; strong performances; thoughtful social message | Cons: slow in places; some characters feel idealized; message can feel rushed
Themes
- street gang
- gangster
- rapper
- ghetto
- street war
- violence in schools
- coming of age
- social commentary
- vexed
- social awareness
- south central los angeles
- vindictive
- +6 more
Awards & recognition
- National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
- Academy Award — Best Director · 1992 · nominated
- Kids' Choice Award — Favorite Movie · 1992 · nominated
- Academy Award — Best Writing, Original Screenplay · nominated
Cast & crew
Cuba Gooding Jr.
as Tré Styles
Laurence Fishburne
as Furious Styles
Ice Cube
as Doughboy
Morris Chestnut
as Ricky Baker
Angela Bassett
as Reva Styles
Nia Long
as Brandi
Tyra Ferrell
as Mrs. Baker
Regina King
as Shalika
- MK
Meta King
as Brandi's Mom
Whitman Mayo
as The Old Man
Directed by John Singleton