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Boy A

7.120081h 46m14AMovieCrimeDrama

Freed after a lengthy term in a juvenile detention center, convicted child killer Jack Burridge finds work as a deliveryman and begins dating co-worker Michelle. While out on the road one day, Jack notices a distressed child, and, after…

DirectorJohn Crowley
WriterMark O'Rowe
ProducersLiza Marshall·Tally Garner

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Crowley

Andrew Garfield
Andrew Garfield
Jack Burridge
Katie Lyons
Katie Lyons
Michelle
Peter Mullan
Peter Mullan
Terry
Shaun Evans
Shaun Evans
Chris
Siobhan Finneran
Siobhan Finneran
Kelly
Alfie Owen
Alfie Owen
Eric Wilson
James Young
James Young
Zeb
Jeremy Swift
Jeremy Swift
Dave
Taylor Doherty
Taylor Doherty
Philip Craig
Anthony Lewis
Anthony Lewis
Steve
Tilly Vosburgh
Tilly Vosburgh
Shopkeeper
Josef Altin
Josef Altin
Bully

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Boy A — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Boy A?

Boy A is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Hollywood Suite in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Boy A on Netflix?

No, Boy A is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hollywood Suite.

Is Boy A on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Boy A is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Boy A for free?

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

Is Boy A based on a true story?

Yes — Boy A is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).