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About a Boy

6.720021h 41mPGMovieDramaComedyRomance

Will Freeman is a good-looking, smooth-talking bachelor whose primary goal in life is avoiding any kind of responsibility. But when he invents an imaginary son in order to meet attractive single moms, Will gets a hilarious lesson about…

DirectorsChris Weitz·Paul Weitz
WritersPeter Hedges·Chris Weitz
ProducersTim Bevan·Robert De Niro

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Cast · Directed by Chris Weitz

HGHugh Grant
Hugh Grant
Will Freeman
NHNicholas Hoult
Nicholas Hoult
Marcus Brewer
TCToni Collette
Toni Collette
Fiona Brewer
RWRachel Weisz
Rachel Weisz
Rachel
NTNatalia Tena
Natalia Tena
Ellie
VSVictoria Smurfit
Victoria Smurfit
Suzie
APAugustus Prew
Augustus Prew
Ali
SSSharon Small
Sharon Small
Christine
MC
Madison Cook
Imogen
JC
Jordan Cook
Imogen
NHNicholas Hutchison
Nicholas Hutchison
John
RS
Ryan Speechley
Barney

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About a Boy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams About a Boy?

About a Boy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is About a Boy on Netflix?

No, About a Boy is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video.

Is About a Boy on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — About a Boy is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of October 2026.

Where can I watch About a Boy for free?

About a Boy is available on Amazon Prime Video in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.