Boyz n the Hood (1991)

Once upon a time in South Central L.A. ... It ain't no fairy tale.

• Drama
• Crime

Three friends growing up in South Central Los Angeles navigate a neighborhood plagued by violence, unemployment, and crime, each responding differently to the harsh realities of street life. As tragedy strikes close to home, their friendship, choices, and hopes for a better future are put to the ultimate test.

Rating

7.6 / 10 (2,389 votes)

Release date

July 12, 1991

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

English

Director

John Singleton

Status

Released