Episode 1
Pilot
18m
Anthony, Syed, and Jamal face Beckys, Karens, and inner conflict through the day then come together for their weekly Kiki. Let the festivities begin.
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TV series
For the Boys
20211 season
For the Boys follows the lives of three Queer, Black best friends in their 20’s, navigating the intoxicating and ever exhausting minefield of love and friendship in NYC.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
For the Boys premiered March 1, 2021. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
For the Boys follows the lives of three Queer, Black best friends in their 20’s, navigating the intoxicating and ever exhausting minefield of love and friendship in NYC.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
For the Pretty Boys
17m
Jamal tries to test the waters with fling, Devin, and sort out his feelings about it with Anthony. Meanwhile, Syed's regular FWB , Christain, exposes a different side of Syed.
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 3
For the Party Boys
14m
Tensions begin to rise between Syed and Jamal over Jamals mystery man. Jamal prepares for the date of his life. Anthony and Syed go to a kick back where Anthony sees a familiar face.
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 4
For the Lover Boys
17m
Mid-season finale! Syed goes in for a very interesting job interview and finds himself in a midday hookup where he is forced to confront his true desires. Sparks between Anthony and Raymond continue to fly. Jamal gets an unwelcome visitor where things boil over!
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 5
For the Brunch Boys
18m
Your favorite best friends are back! Roommates Jamal and Syed have less than ideal bootycalls. Jamal has "love" on the brain. Anthony struggles to define his new fling. The boys get together to kiki at brunch and hash out their feelings."
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 6
For the Shady Boys
24m
Jamal has a long overdue conversation with Devin. Things get awkward when Devin shows up for weekly game night. Raymond confronts Anthony about the trajectory of their budding relationship.
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 7
For the Lonely Boys
27m
Our 3 best friends meet up to celebrate Jamals success. Jamal confronts Syed about his behavior at game night. Anthony’s connection with Raymond deepens over a romantic dinner date. Jamal and Devins define the status of their relationship while Syed battles old demons.
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 8
For the Bottom Boys
15m
Class is in session!! Syed teaches Bottoming 101 to an eager yet anxious Anthony to prepare for a rendezvous with Raymond.
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 9
For the Birthday Boys
27m
The boys come together to celebrate Anthony’s birthday as growing tension within the group begins to boil over. Raymond surprises Anthony with an unexpected gift.
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode 10
For the Broken Boys
37mfinale
It’s the day of the exhibit and tensions are still high. Syed has a devastating morning. Jamal is on the cusp of greatness, and Anthony is in the middle trying to keep his sanity dealing with his two besties.
Where to watch For the BoysEpisode information updated Jul 23, 2026
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More about For the Boys
Cast
Chandler BryantAnthony
Drew ColemanJamal
Lamont WalkerSyed
Credits
- Created by
- Mekhai Lee, Ellis C. Dawson
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 10
- Original language
- English
Themes
lgbt