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The Houseboy
“When the cat's away...”
4.7 / 10• 2007• 1h 21m•NR• English
Drama
Storyline
Distraught after he overhears his two 30-something lovers talking about finding a new "toy" to replace him, young Ricky looks for love through a series of random sexual encounters while house-sitting for the couple over the Christmas holidays. Meanwhile, he contemplates suicide. But when Ricky meets a compassionate new friend, he may be experiencing the sparks of real love in this compelling and sexy gay drama.
Cast & Crew
Nick May
Ricky
LeadTM
Tom Merlino
Simon
Brian Patacca
DJ
Damián Fuentes
Dominic
LS
LaMar Staton
Tweaker #1
Blake Young-Fountain
Blake
Michael Apuzzo
Hung2727
KT
Kayce Thompson-Russ
Kate
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Spencer Schilly's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Houseboy is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
