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Hometown Boy

8.020111h 12mMovieDocumentary

One of the best-known Chinese figurative painters, Liu Xiaodong goes back to his hometown of Jincheng, in the province of Liaoning (North-East China), to re-paint again friends and relatives after several years have gone by. With a…

DirectorYao Hung-i
ProducerHou Hsiao-hsien

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Yao Hung-i

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Liu Xiaodong
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Hometown Boy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hometown Boy?

Hometown Boy isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store. It's not on Netflix.

Is Hometown Boy on Netflix?

No, Hometown Boy is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.

Is Hometown Boy on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Hometown Boy isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Hometown Boy for free?

Hometown Boy isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store.