The Boys in the Band
R · 1970 ‧ Thriller/Drama ‧ 1h 58m
Michael (Kenneth Nelson) is hosting a birthday celebration for a pal when he gets an unexpected visit from old friend Alan (Peter White). The problem is, Alan is straight -- and extremely straitlaced -- and everyone else at the party is gay....
Release date: March 17, 1970 (USA)
Director: William Friedkin
Screenplay: Mart Crowley
Distributed by: Paramount Pictures, Paramount Home Entertainment, and National General Pictures
Adapted from: The Boys in the Band
Box office: $3.5 million (US/Canada rentals)