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The Boat People

202020mMovie

Set in an unspecified future at the precarious edge of humanity’s possible extinction, "The Boat People" follows a group of children led by a strong-willed and resourceful little girl, who travel the seas and collect the stories of a world they never knew through objects that survived through time.

DirectorTuan Andrew Nguyen
WritersJane Pujols·Christopher Myers

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Cast · Directed by Tuan Andrew Nguyen

GI
Gryshyll Reyes Ilarina
JA
Jam Acuzar
MS
Michael Mendoza Soronio
JM
John Carlos Cruz Moris
JR
Jescee Dheivid Taba Recinte
BR
Benedict Recinte Revelo

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The Boat People — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Boat People?

The Boat People isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is The Boat People on Netflix?

No, The Boat People is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is The Boat People on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Boat People for free?

The Boat People isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Boat People?

The Boat People hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 26, 2020. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.