It runs a compact 1h 29m. Streaming on Prime and Disney+.
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Synopsis
Bobby Griffith was his mother's favorite son, the perfect all-American boy growing up under deeply religious influences in Walnut Creek, California. Bobby was also gay. Struggling with a conflict no one knew of, much less understood, Bobby finally came out to his family.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 8.0/10 | 53% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 73% | 26% |
| TMDB | 8.1/10661 votes | 21% |
| Balasaur Score | 78 | 100% |
Key crew
- Russell MulcahyDirector
- Christopher WardOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Sigourney WeaverMary Griffith
- Henry CzernyRobert Griffith
- Ryan KelleyBobby Griffith
- Austin NicholsEd Griffith
- Carly SchroederJoy Griffith
- Scott BaileyDavid
- Rebecca Louise MillerJeanette
- Shannon EagenNancy Griffith
- Susan RuttanBetty Lambert
- Dan ButlerReverend Whitsell
- Lee GarlingtonPsychologist
- Madge LevinsonOphelia
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Themes
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