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Borstal Boy

6.220011h 31mNRMovieDrama

Brendan Behan, a sixteen year-old IRA foot soldier, is going on a bombing mission from Ireland to Liverpool during the second world war. His mission is thwarted when he is apprehended, charged and imprisoned in Borstal, a reform institution for young offenders in East Anglia, England.

DirectorPeter Sheridan

WritersPeter Sheridan·Brendan Behan

ProducersPat Moylan·Arthur Lappin

Where to watch

Kanopy

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Peter Sheridan

Shawn Hatosy

Danny Dyer

Charlie Milwall

Robin Laing

Ian McElhinney

Eva Birthistle

Mark Huberman

Lee Ingleby

Ronnie Drew

Eamon Glancy

Dennis Conway

Patricia Leventon

Patricia Leventon

John O'Toole

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Borstal Boy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Borstal Boy?

Borstal Boy is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Borstal Boy on Netflix?

No, Borstal Boy is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Borstal Boy on Amazon Prime Video?

Borstal Boy isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Borstal Boy for free?

Borstal Boy is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.

Is Borstal Boy based on a true story?

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