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5.4 / 10(14 votes)IMDbPG-1319861h 26m$235K Worldwide Gross

Willy/Milly

“Milly always wondered what it was like to be a boy. This morning she woke up with her first clue”

Synopsis

Milly is annoyed whenever her mom tells her to behave more appropriate for a girl. She's just not interested in fancy dresses or prom dances. Some day her best friend's little brother offers her a potion which can make her deepest wish come true during a solar eclipse. She goes through with it and ends up with male genitals, additionally. So she has to decide if she wants to live as a boy or a girl. Her father, who always wanted a son, supports her in checking out life as a boy. Hence Milly changes school and starts out as Willy.

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Willy Milly (1986) trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-11-26

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 14, 1986

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$235K

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Paul Schneider
Screenplay & Story
Walter Carbone, Carla Reuben
Original Score
David McHugh
Original Title
Willy/Milly
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 26m
Worldwide Gross
$235K

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Paul Schneider

Screenplay & Story

Walter Carbone, Carla Reuben, Alan Friedman

Original Score & Music

David McHugh

Director of Photography

Dominique Chapuis

Film Editing

Michael R. Miller

Producers

David Chilewich, David Helpern, Dal LaMagna

Department Leadership Roster

Michael R. Miller

Editor

David Chilewich

Producer

Dominique Chapuis

Director of Photography

Walter Carbone

Screenplay

Maureen O'Leary

Costume Design

Carla Reuben

Screenplay

David McHugh

Original Music Composer

Nora Chavooshian

Production Design

Paul Schneider

Paul Schneider

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Willy/Milly

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Willy/Milly about?

Milly is annoyed whenever her mom tells her to behave more appropriate for a girl. She's just not interested in fancy dresses or prom dances. Some day her best friend's little brother offers her a potion which can make her deepest wish come true during a solar eclipse. She goes through with it and ends up with male genitals, additionally. So she has to decide if she wants to live as a boy or a girl. Her father, who always wanted a son, supports her in checking out life as a boy. Hence Milly changes school and starts out as Willy.

Who directed Willy/Milly?

Willy/Milly was directed by Paul Schneider.

Who stars in Willy/Milly?

The principal cast of Willy/Milly includes Pamela Adlon, Eric Gurry, Mary Tanner Bailey, John Glover, Patty Duke.

When was Willy/Milly released and how long is it?

Willy/Milly was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.

How much did Willy/Milly make at the box office?

Willy/Milly grossed $235K in worldwide ticket sales.

Who composed the musical score for Willy/Milly?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Willy/Milly was composed by David McHugh.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Willy/Milly?

Willy/Milly holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).