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Homeboy
“Some people live life blow by blow.”
5.0 / 10• 1988• 1h 56m•R• English
Drama
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew

Mickey Rourke
Johnny Walker
Lead
Christopher Walken
Wesley Pendergass

Jon Polito
Moe Fingers

Debra Feuer
Ruby

Antony Alda
Ray

Thomas Quinn
Lou

Kevin Conway
Grazziano

Rubén Blades
Doctor
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Michael Seresin's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Homeboy is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”








