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Nowhere Boy

7.220091h 38mMovieDrama

A rebellious teenager, future Beatle John Lennon lives with his Aunt Mimi in working-class mid-1950s Liverpool, England. Mimi's husband suddenly dies, and John spies his mother Julia at the funeral. Despite Mimi's misgivings, John intends…

DirectorSam Taylor-Johnson

WriterMatt Greenhalgh

ProducersRobert Bernstein·Jon Diamond

Where to watch

Criterion Channel

Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson

Thomas Brodie-Sangster

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Nowhere Boy — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Nowhere Boy?

Nowhere Boy is streaming on Criterion Channel and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Nowhere Boy on Netflix?

No, Nowhere Boy is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels.

Is Nowhere Boy on Amazon Prime Video?

Nowhere 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 Nowhere Boy for free?

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

Is Nowhere Boy based on a true story?

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