Homeboy
“Some people live life blow by blow.”
Synopsis
Johnny Walker is a cowboy and a boxer. He is very shy and a bit of a fool. He is in love with Ruby, but he cannot tell her. He is also a bit old to keep on boxing, but its the only thing he does well.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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HOMEBOY - Trailer - (1988)
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-10-22
Top Cast
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Mickey Rourke
Johnny Walker
Christopher Walken
Wesley Pendergass
Jon Polito
Moe Fingers
Debra Feuer
Ruby
Antony Alda
Ray
Thomas Quinn
Lou
Kevin Conway
Grazziano
Rubén Blades
Doctor
Willy DeVille
Moe's bodyguard
Michael Buffer
Ring Announcer
Joseph Ragno
Cotten's Trainer
Stephen Baldwin
Luna Park Drunk
Cordelia González
Cuban Boxer's Wife
Bill Slayton
Bill
David Taylor
Cannonball
Matthew Lewis
Cotten
Sam Gray
Barber
Dondré Whitfield
Street Tough
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 24, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 9, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Seresin
- Screenplay & Story
- Mickey Rourke
- Original Score
- Michael Kamen, Eric Clapton
- Original Title
- Homeboy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- Cinema International, Palisades Entertainment Group
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Seresin
Mickey Rourke, Eddie Cook
Michael Kamen, Eric Clapton
Gale Tattersall
Ray Lovejoy
Alan Marshall, Elliott Kastner
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Seresin
Director
Mickey Rourke
Screenplay
Alan Marshall
Producer
Elliott Kastner
Producer
Michael Kamen
Original Music Composer
Gale Tattersall
Director of Photography
Ray Lovejoy
Editor
Eric Clapton
Original Music Composer
Brian Morris
Production Design
Richard Shissler
Costume Design
Eddie Cook
Writer
Webster Whinery
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Homeboy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Homeboy about?
Johnny Walker is a cowboy and a boxer. He is very shy and a bit of a fool. He is in love with Ruby, but he cannot tell her. He is also a bit old to keep on boxing, but its the only thing he does well.
Who directed Homeboy?
Homeboy was directed by Michael Seresin.
Who stars in Homeboy?
The principal cast of Homeboy includes Mickey Rourke, Christopher Walken, Jon Polito, Debra Feuer, Antony Alda.
When was Homeboy released and how long is it?
Homeboy was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
Who composed the musical score for Homeboy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Homeboy was composed by Michael Kamen, Eric Clapton.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Homeboy?
Homeboy holds official age classifications: CA: R; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).