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TMDB20001h 42mCrime / Thriller

Essex Boys

Some lines should never be crossed.

Billy has just scored an entry-level position with the local crime cartel. His first job is to mind Jason, a newly released thug with a vicious temper. Jason thinks it's his job to teach Billy about crime, drugs and women. Little does he know that Billy has his eyes on Jason's own wife, Lisa. When an ecstasy deal goes bad, Jason vows revenge on the boss, while Billy looks to take out Jason. Before long, bodies start turning up

TMDB audience score

Based on 67 votes

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Essex Boys at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 42m

At 1h 42m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Crime · Thriller

TMDB files it under crime and thriller.

US availability

1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.7 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 67 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Essex Boys tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 42m.
  • It is free to watch on Hoopla in the US.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Essex Boys

Is Essex Boys scary?
MyCinema has not rated Essex Boys for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Essex Boys in the US?
Essex Boys is free on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Essex Boys?
Essex Boys runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
Is Essex Boys suitable for kids?
Essex Boys is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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