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The Boxer

6.719971h 54mRMovieDramaRomance

Nineteen-year-old Danny Flynn is imprisoned for his involvement with the I.R.A. in Belfast. He leaves behind his family and his sixteen-year-old girlfriend, Maggie Hamill. Fourteen years later, Danny is released from prison and returns to…

DirectorJim Sheridan
WritersJim Sheridan·Terry George
ProducersArthur Lappin·Jim Sheridan

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BINGEBINGEFoxtel NowFoxtel Now
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jim Sheridan

DDDaniel Day-Lewis
Daniel Day-Lewis
Danny Flynn
EWEmily Watson
Emily Watson
Maggie Hamill
BCBrian Cox
Brian Cox
Joe Hamill
KSKen Stott
Ken Stott
Ike Weir
GMGerard McSorley
Gerard McSorley
Harry
DHDavid Hayman
David Hayman
Joe Hamill's Aide
KCKenneth Cranham
Kenneth Cranham
Matt MaGuire
LPLorraine Pilkington
Lorraine Pilkington
Bride
NS
Niall Shanahan
Groom
JW
John Wall
Priest
MMMaria McDermottroe
Maria McDermottroe
Betty
EMEleanor Methven
Eleanor Methven
Patsy

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The Boxer — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Boxer?

The Boxer is streaming on BINGE and Foxtel Now in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Boxer on Netflix?

No, The Boxer is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on BINGE and Foxtel Now.

Is The Boxer on Amazon Prime Video?

The Boxer isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Boxer for free?

The Boxer is available on BINGE and Foxtel Now in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.