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The Butcher Boy (1998): movie guide
The Butcher Boy (1998) is a Comedy, Drama running about 110 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 6.8/10 from 131 votes. Notable cast includes Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw, Stephen Rea. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1998-02-20
- Runtime: 110 min
- TMDB: 6.8/10
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1998-02-20
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What is The Butcher Boy about?
Francie and Joe live the usual playful, fantasy filled childhoods of normal boys. However, with a violent, alcoholic father and a manic depressive, suicidal mother the pressure on Francie to grow up are immense. When Francie's world turns to madness, he tries to counter it with further insanity, with dire consequences.
Cast highlights
The Butcher Boy features Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw, Stephen Rea, Ian Hart, Peter Gowen. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1998-02-20. Runtime: 110 minutes. TMDB score: 6.8/10 (131 votes). Genres: Comedy, Drama. Original language: en. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is The Butcher Boy?
- The Butcher Boy is listed as Comedy, Drama on TMDB.
- How long is The Butcher Boy?
- The Butcher Boy runs about 110 minutes.
- Who stars in The Butcher Boy?
- Cast highlights include Eamonn Owens, Alan Boyle, Fiona Shaw, Stephen Rea, Ian Hart, Peter Gowen.
- Does Cinema Box stream The Butcher Boy?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
- Where can I track The Butcher Boy?
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