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The Butcher Boy (1998)

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.

Released Feb. 20, 1998 110 min 17+

Genres: Comedy, Drama

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Watch Providers: Plex Channel

Production Companies: Geffen Pictures, Butcher Boy Film Productions

Country: Ireland
Production Countries: Ireland, United States
Languages: English, Irish

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110 min
Feb. 20, 1998
Released
$5,000,000
R / 17+